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The aim of this CPD is to bring awareness of why sound insulation is an increasingly important criterion for residential and commercial buildings, particularly in improving the acoustic performance caused by impact sound from stairs. We also aim to introduce what the regulations say, how to verify sound insulation performance and introduce solutions to provide sound insulation. This CPD will help you to understand the following topics:- Understand why sound insulation is important- Understand the effect of noise disturbance on human beings- Understand the noise disturbance factor of staircases- Understand standards and regulations- Understand how UK requirements compare to other European countries requirements- Understand how to prove the performance of sound insulation products- Understand solutions for achieving sound insulation in staircasesThis CPD can be delivered to you live and remotely

This CPD aims to give in-depth design advice on thermal bridge free design for Passivhaus Projects. The seminar includes the definition of "Thermal Bridge Free" and how to apply this specifically to projects. Also, general rules to improve thermal bridging performance of details including windows and how to implement in the PHPP. There is a thermal bridging manual calculation and several examples of thermal bridge free details.By the end of the CPD you should have a greater understanding of:- How to identify potential thermal bridging issues.- Types of thermal bridge within structures.- Passivhaus planning package PHPP with thermal bridging data for project.- How to manually calculate thermal bridging transmittance factors (Psi) for junctions.- How to develop "Thermal Bridge Free" details.

This CPD will cover the following topics: What are cold bridges, where do they occur and what are the effectsWhat regulations cover cold bridges and what do they sayWhat is the solution to cold bridges in buildingsWhat are Psi or Chi Values & How do I calculate themWhat is the connection between condensation and cold bridgesThis CPD can be delivered to you live and remotely. Please note thatthis content was assessed in 2018.

To bring awareness of the issues relating to cold bridges in reinforced concrete walls. The webinar includes identification of cold bridge vulnerabilities in RC structures and introducing solutions, discussing minimum thermal requirements, practical detailing, structural design considerations and best practice.