Cupa Pizarras

The tour of Cupa Pizarras' quarries and production plants in Northern Spain along with a presentation of our RIBA approved Natural Slate CPD will offer an insight into the characteristics of natural slate and a detailed overview of the production and selection processes. Please speak to your local Specification Manager if you are interested in attending this Quarry Tour - allowing 3 days for the trip with 1 full day for the Quarry Tour and two days for travel.The quarry tour aims to increase your understanding of:- What slate is and its basic characteristics and benefits- How to recognise the natural composition of slate and therefore able to identify slate quality and detect potential problems- The production process from extraction through to selection- The technical standards and quality control involved

This CPD will provide an overview of the production and application of Natural Slate Rainscreen Cladding Systems from technical and practical viewpoints. By the end of the presentation you should have a greater understanding of:- How cladding slate is produced, from the quarry to the façade- Benefits of natural slate as an external façade solution- Slate quality and how to detect potential problems- The advantages of using rainscreen cladding systems- Practical guide to installation of the system and its components This CPD is available to be delivered online or remotely. To book an online CPD, please visit https://www.cupapizarras.com/uk/book-a-cpd/

This seminar identifies the key design and technical features needed when specifying natural slate. It explains the manufacturing process, the importance of traceability, vital testing standards and accreditations, classification of slate and certain issues to be aware of to ensure confidence when specifying natural slate. At the end of the presentation each delegate will have an increased knowledge and awareness of natural slate and will be able to understand the different fixing methods and the importance of the CE mark. This presentation will help you to understand the following topics:- What is natural slate- The manufacturing process- Quality testing methods- Geology- Climate differences- Fixing and grading- Lifecycle- Approved standards- Ecological factors- Design specifications