Reynaers Aluminium

This CPD provides delegates with an understanding of accessible solutions for aluminium windows and doors. The background and history to accessibility are discussed and solutions to accessibility are illustrated using case studies. By the end of this seminar you should have a greater understanding of:- The history of the topic accessibility- Legislation such as The Discrimination Act 1995 (c 50) and its replacement the Equality Act 2019.- Approved Document M and its requirements for windows and doors.- Solutions that assist in meeting accessibility requirements – including aluminium system solutions

This CPD discusses the benefits of using aluminium sliding doors in acoustic building design. It provides an introduction to how urbanisation has led to increased noise, and explores the main effects of sound and how it works. It introduces the key features and uses of acoustic glazing and covers relevant regulations and standards specific to the product category. It also provides an insight into high performance product solutions, supported by project cases studies.

This CPD reviews ventilation strategies for buildings and the benefits of natural ventilation. It discusses aluminium window systems and their key features and introduces the innovative parallel opening design. It also covers relevant regulations and standards relevant to the specification of windows.

This seminar is intended to be an introduction to aluminium curtain walling. It gives a broad overview of the product and the various options available. It also gives an insight into the legislation and standards that must be considered when specifying the product. It will help you to understand the following topics:- Aluminium curtain walling and what it is- The design and aesthetics of aluminium curtain walling- Relevant regulations, standards and performance issues that should be considered when specifying curtain walling- The type of aluminium curtain walling that may be most suitable for a project

How innovation in glazing systems helps fulfil the human need for well-being and connection with nature and how sliding folding doors can help meet the needs and demands of architecture and construction in the 21st century.This CPD explores the design and performance potential of aluminium sliding and folding door systems in residential architecture — with a focus on their role in connecting interior and exterior spaces through biophilic, minimalist design.Attendees will gain insight into how large, glazed openings can frame views as living artworks and enhance both physical and emotional connections to the outdoors. The session highlights aluminium’s unique material properties — including its strength, lightness, recyclability, and suitability for low-carbon construction alongside its ability to meet demanding thermal, acoustic, and structural performance targets.We will also review how these systems are tested and specified to meet the latest UK Building Regulations and British Standards (including Parts L, K, Q, M, and B), ensuring compliance across energy, safety, and sustainability criteria.Learning Outcomes – by the end of this CPD, participants will:Understand the principles of biophilic design and how glazing systems can support wellbeing through connection to nature.Recognise the architectural and aesthetic benefits of large-span sliding and folding aluminium doors.Learn about aluminium’s structural and environmental advantages, including recyclability and lifecycle performance.Explore how these systems meet performance standards for thermal efficiency, acoustic control, air tightness, and wind resistance.Review relevant UK regulatory frameworks and how to specify systems in line with Approved Documents and British Standards.Consider the emotional and experiential value of transparency and openness in residential architecture.

This CPD discusses the benefits of the use of aluminium sliding doors in building design and gives an introduction to the main types of aluminium sliding doors and an overview on design considerations. It covers relevant regulations and standards specific to the product category and provides an insight into high performance product solutions, supported by project cases studies.

This CPD covers applicable standards and performance required for fire resistant systems as well as an overview of Passive Fire Protection. The testing procedure and results are also examined, as well as how aluminium and steel systems can meet the necessary requirements. By the end of the seminar you should have a greater understanding of: - Passive fire protection- Testing procedures and how to check that products are fire rated- Fire classifications and their requirements for specifying systems

This CPD presentation will give the specifier a good understanding of:- Aluminium Systems including background and industry information- Aluminium as a material- Drivers in the growth of sustainable glazing- Evolution of aluminium window design and thermal performance

This CPD presents an introductory overview of how curtain walling has evolved to respond to the needs and demands of the architecture and construction sectors, especially with the changes over the last few years. It covers the regulatory frameworks across approved documents, also references the BSA and CDM.The CPD presentation aims to give a broad and as detailed as possible overview of the uses and properties of curtain walling systems. It covers the essentials on the nature of the available systems, their flexibility in achieving design objectives and finally an overview of typical construction details and use cases.By the end of this CPD seminar, delegates should have:1. An introduction to curtain walling as a system and how it developed from early changes in construction technology.2. A broad scope understanding of the relevant systems, an overview of properties and benefits in design criteria.3. An overview of how approved documents and standards relate to the use of curtain walling and key considerations.4. An overview of case studies that show different uses and contextual design responses.5. More knowledge on how curtain walling materials fit into the context of sustainability criteria and circular economy.

This CPD provides architects and specifiers with a clear understanding of how the Building Safety Act 2022 and its secondary legislation affect the design and specification of glazing and façade systems. Using the concept of the Golden Thread, it explains how safety, competence, and documentation must now be embedded from the earliest design stages through to handover.The session explores the Gateway process, the new Principal Designer (Building Regulations) role, and the requirements of Regulation 7(2) for external wall construction, including curtain walling, windows, doors, and balcony interfaces. Attendees will learn how to demonstrate compliance through evidence-based specification, coordination with fire strategy, and collaboration with manufacturers who provide verifiable test data and documentation.By the end of the session, participants will understand how to apply the principles of the Building Safety Act to façade design, minimise compliance risk, and maintain a robust, traceable Golden Thread throughout their projects.RIBA Core Curriculum Areas:Health, Safety and Wellbeing – understanding how the Building Safety Act embeds a culture of safety, competence, and accountability in building design.Legal, Regulatory and Statutory Compliance – applying Gateway processes, Principal Designer duties, and Regulation 7(2) requirements for façade and glazing systems.Design, Construction and Technology – integrating tested and certified glazing, curtain walling, and façade components into compliant, high-performing building envelopes.