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Maintaining conservation in a world where energy is the new ‘gold standard’
Timber has rightly regained its superiority in being the only natural and sustainable material for the manufacture of high quality windows and doors. Recent research identifies that timber is energy efficient and over ifs life cycle could actually outlive the building in which it has been installed.This is supported in a recent study of a Lifetime Cost Analysis commissioned by the Wood Window Alliance (WWA) which was carried out by the Heriot Watt University in 2012. It found that timber windows have a life expectancy of 60 years or even more, and is carbon negative. By comparison plastic windows have to be replaced every 35 years or so. This means that although the initial cost of a timber window can be as much as 25% more than a plastic equivalent the total lifetime cost should be...
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CPDs of the month
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Correctly designing and sizing a solar thermal system for residential applications can be a tricky job if you don’t have the in-depth knowledge and understanding of this technology.
To help you, Kingspan Solar and CDP Consulting are offering a free CIBSE approved CPD webinar on sol ... Read more
There are many important options to consider when specifying your product, as there are now so many different types of glass and glazing designs available on the market. This RIBA CPD from Glazing Vision aims to inform you upon the latest designs best suited to match your project, whilst provid ...
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Urban Front would like to announce our new Workshop Tour launching early next year.
The workshop Tour will run for just over an hour and incorporate the following Learning Outcomes:
1. A good understanding of how a contemporary hardwood door is manufactured
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http://www.lorientuk.com/technical-support-options/cpd-seminars
Lorient is a member of the RIBA CPD Providers Network and offers three high quality RIBA accredited ...
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This major global building products manufacturer are currently seeking an experienced Sales person to develop a new product range within their portfolio of above ground drainage and Rainwater systems. You will look after an already well established region and will focus on distributors/ merchants, Local Authorities & Contractors. You may have a background working for a distributor and are looking for that chance to join a major manufacturer.
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Scotland & Ireland
Our client are a household name in the manufacture & distribution of Sanitary ware products. Having been established for many years now, they continue to grow and are firmly established as a major name in the market place. You will need to know how the Builders Merchants and Distributors operate within the ‘light side’ sector of the industry. Tremendous opportunity to join a major manufacturer.
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M62 Corridor
This well know manufacturer have two divisions within the group. One engineering and the other building products. They are regarded as one of true success stories within the Roofing and Ventilation sector of the industry. You will take over a highly developed region in the north of England calling on Builders Merchants/ Distributors, House builders and specifiers. It is likely that you will already have experience in calling on this market place...
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