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This page provides information on part L1A
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An in-situ concrete frame is the structure behind this BREEAM ‘excellent’ rated project.
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Concrete blocks are a cost-effective, and tried and tested means of providing load-bearing and non-load-bearing walls. Types of blocks range from ultra lightweight and lightweight aggregate through to dense aggregate blocks, with a corresponding range of performance properties.
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Visual concrete is once again being appreciated and used expressively by architects. This is due, in part, to the thermal mass of concrete to reduce the heating and cooling loads. While there is a desire to use ‘visual’ or ‘architectural’ concrete, there can be a lack of information on how to specify and successfully construct visual concrete.
The latest version of the National Structural Concrete Specification (NSCS) from Construct, the concrete frame contractors’ trade association, now makes the specification of visual concrete much easier. This free seminar will provide guidance on how to specify visual concrete and how it has been achieved.
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THE EVENT IS TAKING PLACE THIS EVENING. Visual concrete is once again being appreciated and used expressively by architects. This is due, in part, to the thermal mass of concrete to reduce the heating and cooling loads. While there is a desire to use ‘visual’ or ‘architectural’ concrete, there can be a lack of information on how to specify and successfully construct visual concrete.
The latest version of the National Structural Concrete Specification (NSCS) from Construct, the concrete frame contractors’ trade association, now makes the specification of visual concrete much easier. This free seminar will provide guidance on how to specify visual concrete and how it has been achieved.
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FULLY BOOKED. An evening seminar to help specifiers optimise the in-use and embodied performance of concrete and masonry. Guidance will be provided on key changes to Part L of the Building Regulations and the full introduction of thermal mass into SAP (Standard Assessment Procedure for dwellings). The evening will conclude with a case study presentation by Richard Partington, of Richards Partington Architects on the recently completed Greenfield Community Housing project.
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This, the first in a series of briefings from The Concrete Centre, will provide information, guidance and data to enable designers to make the best whole life sustainability decisions. The breakfast briefing will see the launch of two new reports. “Concrete floor solutions for passive and active cooling” will be presented by the author, Tom De Saulles and the 5th “Concrete Industry Sustainability Performance report” will be presented by the Chairman of the Sustainable Concrete Forum. In addition Doug King will present on the principles of activating thermal mass and provide case study examples.
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The excitement of turning a building’s concrete structural elements into an artistic statement and visual backdrop is evident in many contemporary buildings, often also playing a central role in their energy performance through the use of thermal mass. When the appearance of concrete matters, its specification, and ultimately construction, requires careful consideration.
This seminar will provide guidance for specification and design for a range of concrete surfaces from architectural precast elements to cast insitu polished floors, wall and soffits. Attendees will receive a copy of the latest Concrete Quarterly magazine and the booklet ‘How to achieve visual concrete’
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Specifying Visual Concrete is a conference and exhibition that will provide inspiration on how to use concrete in visually-exciting ways,with practical guidance on achieving surface finish and design.
This event is part of World Green Building Week.
Concrete can be specified as in-situ or precast and in a wide range of colours and finishes, enabling designers to create elegant and inspirational buildings. Prioritising the aesthetic need not compromise sustainability or performance credentials. Exposed concrete has the inherent properties of thermal mass and fire performance that can provide material and energy efficiency.
For further information and to book a place on this course, please visit: http://conference.concretecentre.com/