James Latham

This seminar will look at:- Components of solid surfacing and how it is made- Production- Fabrication- Applications

This seminar looks at how to specify wood veneer in order to achieve the required results. It will help you to understand the following topics:- Understand what wood veneer is and what it can be used for- Understand what determines the look of wood veneer- Understand current trends in the use of wood veneer

This seminar looks at Passivhaus timber doorsets. It will help you to understand the following topics:- Understand the types of suitable external door constructions available - Understand how to specify Passivhaus timber doorsets and achieve certification- Understand relevant UK building regulations- Understand CE marking for timber doorsets- Understand environmental considerations

This CPD aims to give an insight into poplar plywood as a sustainable and environmentally friendly natural resource. It will give an overview of types of European poplar plywood before outlining the advantages and applications of the material. By the end of the seminar you should have a better understanding of: - The advantages of poplar plywood including its potential for moisture resistance- The potential combinations of poplar plywood with other materials to form enhanced products- The potential role for poplar plywood in Passivhaus construction

describes the nature of this fairly new product which offers great value in improving sustainability standards of architectural projects. From this seminar you will learn the advantages of the material compared to traditional fibreboards, and most crucially, about the applied circular economy principles integrated into the manufacturing, use and end-of-cycle solutions of the product. By the end of the CPD you should have a greater understanding of:- Learning all the characteristics and properties of the upcycled fibreboards- Confidently specify upcycled fibreboards for upcoming projects- Implement best practices when using upcycled fibreboards- Understand different types of applications for upcycled fibreboards and how they are processed and installed- Increase the sustainable profile of your architectural projects