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Special fittings
‘Special fittings’ is such an all-embracing subject heading that it’s worth every visitor scanning this page carefully. It features half a dozen CPD Providers, each with a huge depth of specialist expertise and a genuine commitment to raise standards within their own market sector. From traffic barriers to data centre design – it is precisely because they apply some of the cleverest thinking to some of the most unusual problems that this page deserves to be bookmarked.
Barriers, protection and traffic separation – health and safety in the workplace
Seminar (1 hour), A-Safe (UK)
A-Safe delivers an engaging on-screen presentation, with theory accompanied by clear images and videos which: demonstrate the importance of selecting the correct products for the correct application; show that there are a variety of products on the market, each with advantages and disadvantages; re-enforces the importance of early design integration and shows that it is possible to substantially reduce CO2 emissions on-site, by looking at alternative safety products.
A-Safe provides a complete safety system and solution for environments with moving vehicles, people, equipment, and buildings requiring protection. Typical environments include warehousing, transport facilities such as airports, multi-storey car parks and industrial facilities.
Learning journeys – how educational interiors can support transformation in teaching and learning
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Seminar (1 hour), Isis ConceptsThe Learning Journeys seminar helps attendees understand why the design of schools, academies, colleges and universities is changing. It examines:
Isis designs and manufactures furniture to support and inspire learning. Its furniture is designed to make learning spaces work better in schools, colleges, universities and specialist providers. It believes that students’ performance can be improved by providing furniture and equipment that is better by design. Agility, versatility, comfort and integrated technology are at the forefront of all that Isis delivers through good-looking, quality furniture that is built to last. |
Completing the working environment
Seminar (1 hour), Lesco Products
This seminar provides guidance in the application of modern products to the interiors of new buildings and period architecture. It helps the audience appreciate the benefits of single source supply in providing solutions to enhance environments. It also provides guidance in satisfying design, function and standards, illustrates Lesco’s specifier support service, and tackles issues such as smart working, blast resistant security and recycling.
Lesco is the leading office accessories and furniture provider to the architectural, interior design, and contract furnishing trades. Its portfolio includes: reception desks, desk accessories, smart working accessories for mobile workers, ergonomic products, task lighting, screens, partitioning, sign systems, mailroom, shelving, recycling separation bins, double-track systems, glass wipe boards, cloakroom system, lockers, blast security bins, plants, trees, planters and breakout areas.
Data centre design
Seminar (1 hour), Migration Solutions
Data centres and computer rooms, where electronic data is secured and stored, are at the heart of every organisation and integral to the buildings they occupy. They are a key consideration in the planning of new office space and the modification of existing facilities. This seminar provides a comprehensive understanding of the principal issues affecting the design of data centres and computer rooms.
Migration Solutions is the UK’s leading data centre and computer room specialist, providing a range of client services specific to these environments. Services provided range from sourcing suitable facilities and build design and management, through to migration and (most importantly) operation of these critical facilities.
Specifying floors for sports and multi-purpose use – an architects’ guide
Seminar (40 minutes), Reflex Sports
The Reflex Sports CPD seminar shows that there are systems in the marketplace that, whilst providing high levels of performance, still allow creative freedom. This seminar guides you through the European Standard EN14904 and explains the various systems and aesthetics available. It also covers considerations such as underfloor heating, sustainability, maintenance, sports line marking and lifecycle implications.
Reflex is an independent sports flooring company offering a bespoke service from design through to testing, supply, installation and maintenance. It has over 20 years’ experience in the sports flooring industry and offers various systems which are not limited to one aesthetic. Reflex Sports holds FSC and PEFC CoC and is a member of FSB, Constructionline, CHAS and the BWFA (British Wood Flooring Association).
Introduction to architectural acoustics
Seminar (1 hour), RPS Group
This seminar aims to introduce architects, and other professionals involved in the built environment, to the principles and practices of architectural acoustics. It will give a basic introduction to the parameters used to describe and define building acoustics, and show how these principles and parameters apply in the design of buildings.
RPS is an international consultancy providing advice on the development of natural resources, land and property, the management of the environment and the health and safety of people. Its acoustic consultancy delivers a quality service based on extensive experience gained from working in all sectors of the economy.
