AUTUMN/WINTER 2019

Ralph Managing Director, Kingspan Insulation

04WHAT IS THE EUROCLASS SYSTEM?

06HOW BIM IS CHANGING SCHOOL BUILDINGS

22AN EXPERIENCE TO REMEMBER

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08CASE STUDY - BASILDON ESTATE CUSTOMISED WITH KINGSPAN KOOLTHERM

STUDY SHOWS SOFFIT SAVINGS WITH KINGSPAN INSULATION

10HOW INSULATION CAN HELP TO CREATE HEALTHIER, MORE DESIRABLE OFFICES

With the consultation now out on the Future Homes Standard, professionals across

the construction industry are getting their responses prepared for the deadline on

10th January.

We are pleased to see that the Government intends to take action to raise the

energy efficiency requirements for new homes in England within the next

12 months, and that these revisions are underpinned by a commitment to

achieving ‘very high fabric standards’. Having reviewed the proposals, we

feel there is still room for them to be tightened, particularly for the limiting

(worst case) U-values which are only a slight improvement on the current

requirements and a long way behind those in Wales and Scotland.

We will be making are own submission to the consultation and will

look to support its expedient and full implementation.

The new standards will form part of a much wider framework

covering both new and existing properties of all types. This

year, we have seen the first parts of this take form with

the introduction of the all new PAS 2035 and the revised

PAS 2030, covering how energy efficiency retrofits are

designed and implemented. On page 12, we take

a detailed look at how PAS 2035 functions and

what designers need to do to ensure compliance.

In this issue, you can learn how Kingspan Insulation

is working with other parts of the construction

industry to achieve a better built environment.

We are supporting the training of the next

generation of architects by becoming a

founding partner of the London School

of Architecture (page 28) and working

to raise our award-winning customer

experience standards to even greater

heights (page 22).

At UK Construction Week, the Mind Your Head

campaign also brought attention to the often

underdiscussed issues around mental health

within our industry. On page 25, you can read

more about the event and how construction

workers and families can access support

when they need it.

Please enjoy this illuminating insight

into our work.

18KINGSPAN CPD OFFERS EDUCATION IN BB101

12THE NEW STANDARD IN RETROFIT DESIGN

28FOUNDING A LASTING PARTNERSHIP

26CASE STUDY - KINGSPAN BRINGS EASTERN PROMISE TO THE OLYMPIC PARK

25CONSTRUCTING A HEALTHIER INDUSTRY

30OUR INSIGHT YOUR SPACE

20CASE STUDY - HISTORIC CITY CENTREPIECE REFURBISHED WITH THE HELP OF KINGSPAN

14CASE STUDY - KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL

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What is the EUROCLASS SYSTEM?At some point, you will most likely have heard construction products being described as, ‘A1 / non-combustible’, ‘A2 / of limited-combustibility’, or ‘B-E / combustible’, but how is this assessed?

The three labels relate to a product’s mandatory reaction to fire classification in the UK. This can be achieved through the National classes, using the BS 476 suite of tests. However, to CE Mark (as is legally required for most construction products), products must also be classified through the Euroclass system.

Class Tests Reaction to Fire Criteria Additional

A1

EN ISO 1716

and

EN ISO 1182 (for homogenous products)

PCS ≤ 2.0 MJ/kg

∆T ≤ 30 °C and∆m ≤ 50% andtf 0s

A2

EN ISO 1182 (for homogenous products)

or

EN ISO 1716

and

EN 13823

∆T ≤ 50 °C and∆m ≤ 50% andtf 20s

PCS ≤ 3.0 MJ/kg

LFS < specimen edge andTHR ≤ 7.5 MJ within 600s andFIGRA ≤ 120 W/s

Classified for smoke production and flaming droplets (see table below)

B

EN 13823

and

EN ISO 11925-2

LFS < specimen edge andTHR ≤ 7.5 MJ within 600s andFIGRA ≤ 120 W/s

Fs ≤ 150 mm in 60s

Classified for smoke production and flaming droplets (see table below)

C

EN 13823

and

EN ISO 11925-2

LFS < specimen edge andTHR ≤ 15 MJ within 600s andFIGRA ≤ 250 W/s

Fs ≤ 150 mm in 60s

Classified for smoke production and flaming droplets (see table below)

D

EN 13823

and

EN ISO 11925-2

FIGRA ≤ 750 W/s

Fs ≤ 150 mm in 60s

Classified for smoke production and flaming droplets (see table below)

E EN ISO 11925-2 Fs ≤ 150 mm in 20s

Flaming droplets assessed using EN ISO 11925-2

Filter paper does ignite (d2) or does not ignite (pass)

F Failing to meet the requirements of Class E

NPD – No Performance Determined

No testing undertaken

Smoke production and flaming droplets are assessed and classified for classes A1 - D using the SBI test as below:

Class SBI Criteria

Smoke Production

s1 • SMOGRA ≤ 30 m2/s2; and• TSP ≤ 50 m2 within the evaluation period

s2 • SMOGRA ≤ 180 m2/s2; and• TSP ≤ 200 m2 within the evaluation period

s3 Product does not comply with either of the above

Flaming Droplets / Particles

d0 No flaming particles / droplets occur within the evaluation period

d1No flaming particles / droplets lasting longer than 10s occur within the evaluation period

d2 Product does not comply with either of the above

HOW ARE PRODUCTS CLASSIFIED WITHIN THE EUROCLASS SYSTEM?

Below is a summary of the primary classifications within the Euroclass system:

HOW DOES THE EUROCLASS SYSTEM WORK?

The Euroclass system was introduced to harmonise

standards across the EU. It categorises products into

one of seven reaction to fire classes ranging from A1

(non-combustible) down to F (the worst performing

class in terms of combustibility), using a defined test

or combination of tests. It also provides additional

classification (typically associated with reaction to fire

classes D – B) for smoke production (from s1 (little or no

smoke) to s3 (substantial smoke)) and flaming droplets /

particles (from d0 (none) to d2 (quite a lot)).

The test criteria used within the Euroclass system are:

• Total Heat Release (THR) — the total heat released in the evaluation period;

• Lateral Flame Spread (LFS) — a simple measure of whether flames spread to the edge of the specimen;

• Fire Growth Rate Index (FIGRA) — the speed at which heat release increases throughout the full test duration;

• Total Smoke Production (TSP) — the total smoke produced during the evaluation period;

• Smoke Growth Rate (SMOGRA) — the rate at which smoke production increases during the full 20-minute exposure period and;

• flaming droplets / particles — any droplets / particles which continue to flame for longer than 10 seconds when they reach the ground is recorded during the first 10 minutes of the test.

EN ISO 11925-2 – Single-flame source test / ignitability test

A small-scale reaction to fire test designed to determine the ignitability of a vertical product specimen when exposed to a small flame.

Where products will be used in an application where the edge may be exposed to flame, the gas burner is mounted in two positions:

• surface exposure – 40 mm above the bottom edge of the specimen and;

• edge exposure – at the mid-point on the bottom of the specimen (specimen thicknesses ≤ 3 mm thick) or 1.5 mm behind the surface (> 3 mm thick).

The burner is lit with a flame height of 20 mm and the test begins as soon as this makes contact with the specimen.

The flame can either be applied for:

• 15 seconds (with the specimen observed for a further 5 seconds); or

• 30 seconds (with the specimen observed for a further 30 seconds).

The flame height and filter paper are observed throughout.

The test criteria used within the Euroclass system are:

• 15 second exposure with flame height not exceeding 150 mm within 20 seconds;

• 30 second exposure with flame height not exceeding 150 mm within 60 seconds; and

• does filter paper ignite.

During its development, the European Commission’s

Fire Regulators Group wanted the system to directly

address the hazards in an actual fire scenario

— a fire in a room. To do this, they used a room

corner test (ISO 9705-1: 2016 - Room corner

test for wall and ceiling lining products) as the

reference point. Crucially, this test method

was specifically designed to measure the

burning behaviour of internal wall and

ceiling lining products.

This decision has led to flaws within

the Euroclass system, particularly

around the Single Burning Item

(SBI) test which can be used to

assess the reaction to fire of

products from class A1 - D.

When assessing construction products (other than flooring), the Euroclass

system uses four tests.

WHAT TESTS ARE USED WITHIN THE EUROCLASS SYSTEM?

The test criteria used within the Euroclass system are:

• ∆T – temperature rise on specimen thermocouples;• ∆m – mass loss of specimen; and• tf – sustained flaming time

Note that data gathered from thermocouples inside the product specimen is used for information only and does not affect the classification outcome.

EN ISO 1716: 2018 - Determination of the gross heat of combustion (calorific value)

This is a small-scale test designed to calculate the maximum heat release of a specimen when burned completely.

EN ISO 1182: 2010 - Non-combustibility test

This is a small-scale test designed to assess whether

a product will contribute towards a fire.

A small specimen is placed within the cylindrical furnace which is

maintained at 750°C. During the 30 minute test, temperature changes

on the surface and at the centre of the specimen are monitored via

thermocouples (sensors). The specimen is also observed for signs of sustained

flaming. At the end of the test, mass loss from the specimen is calculated.

A small test specimen is ground to a powder and ignited in a pressurised oxygen atmosphere within a calorimetric bomb. The bomb is located within water and temperature changes in the water are monitored during the burning. The gross calorific potential is then calculated based on the temperature change, specimen mass and other correction factors.

The test criteria used within the Euroclass system is:

• PCS — gross calorific potential.

EN 13823: 2010 + A1: 2014 - Single burning item (SBI) test

This is an intermediate scale test based on the reference room corner test (ISO 9705-1: 2016 - Room corner test for wall and ceiling lining products).

The product specimen is mounted on the trolley rig forming a room corner. It is exposed to flames with a heat release of 30 kW for a period of 20 minutes. Heat and smoke production is measured within the ducting for the exhaust hood and flame spread is observed throughout the test.

For more information about the testing methods outlined in this article, visit our website and search #TheFactsMatter:

www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/thefactsmatter

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EDUCATION BENEFITS

The advantages offered by Level 2 BIM have already proven particularly beneficial for the unique requirements of the education sector.

Education projects are typically designed to fit around term dates and any delays can cause considerable extra disruption and cost for the pupils and facilities. The collaborative design approach delivered through BIM Level 2 means many issues can be ironed out before any work begins on site, reducing the potential for unexpected delays.

How BIM isCHANGING SCHOOL BUILDINGSAt the start of the year, the Department for Education (DFE) hosted a supplier engagement event to discuss its plans for an ambitious £2 billion school building programme utilising offsite technologies. The DFE anticipates that the new framework will deliver up to 100 new schools per year by 2023.

At the core of the proposed framework will be a standardised design solution which uses Building Information Modelling (BIM) to generate a 3D design and specification. This is intended to clearly demonstrate how offsite methods can be combined to achieve the output goals.

This is just one of the ways that BIM is helping to revolutionise construction within the education sector.

BIM is a process through which a digital model of a building is created and populated with information about its constituent construction elements. In highly detailed models, this can include everything from the positioning of plug sockets to thermal performance of insulation.

BIM compliance is separated into four different levels, from Level 0 (essentially 2D Computer Aided Design (CAD)) to the long-term goal of Level 3, where a single model is created which can be accessed by all members of a project team.

Since 2016, Level 2 BIM has been mandatory on all centrally procured public sector contracts.

The second level of BIM is where the collaborative element of the process really starts to come to the fore. Each company within the project team is required to create a 3D model of their

parts of the project. The models are formed from BIM Objects representing the different construction materials. These can either be generic or product specific (such as our freely available product objects). They should contain as much information as possible about the product’s performance.

At distinct stages in the design process, the individual models are united within a single master model. This allows for issues such as clashes to be simply detected and rectified before work begins on-site.

BIM Level 2 has also supported the increasing adoption of offsite methods such as the Kingspan TEK® Building System. The Kingspan TEK® Building System comprises high performance Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) which can be erected to form the shell walls and roof of a building. The panels are cut to each project’s unique dimensions by a Kingspan TEK® Delivery Partner. In Level 2 BIM, the SIPs can be accurately recreated in digital form – ensuring all parties are happy with the precise design before they’re cut. This reduces the need for adjustments and waste once on-site.

The benefits have also been particularly noticeable in areas such as building services where large modules can now be fabricated offsite and installed in a single operation. This can allow more reliable project scheduling which is advantageous for projects taking place on a live school site – ensuring deliveries are timed to minimise disruption.

The on-going adoption of BIM is also helping to achieve considerable cost-savings. For example, the project team on the £55 million Bristol Business School reported they were able to achieve £2 million in up-front savings by interrogating their models and adopting alternative design solutions.

It is also helping to close the so called “performance gap” between design and as-built by requiring any changes to the specification to be integrated within the model. This provides a check against issues such as the introduction of lower-performing insulation products which allow higher levels of heat loss, raising the building’s energy demand and cost.

Longer-term, the model provides a lasting record of the complete construction which can be handed over to the individuals responsible for its upkeep. This can provide a single point of reference which can be updated if any work is being undertaken on the building in the future.

A BRIGHT FUTURE

Industry adoption of BIM is still a work in progress, however, the Government mandate in 2016 has undoubtedly quickened the pace. The most recent NBS National BIM Survey showed adoption had leaped to 74%, from 48% three years earlier. In addition, 72% of those responding thought BIM would help to meet the government target of reducing the initial and whole life cost of building work by a third, and 65% thought it could help to half project time scales.

These benefits are all great news for the education sector and ensuring our learning facilities are fit for the future.

For more information on Building Information Modelling (BIM), visit our website: www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/BIM

BIM BASICS

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CASE STUDY

LOCATIONBasildon, Essex

PRODUCTKingspan Kooltherm® K110 Plus Soffit BoardARCHITECTPollard Thomas Edwards

CLIENT / OWNERSwan Housing Association / Nu-Living

PROJECT FACTS

A new build estate of bespoke modular houses, under construction as part of one of the UK’s most ambitious regeneration programmes, is benefitting from the outstanding thermal performance of Kingspan Kooltherm® K110 Plus Soffit Board.

The Beechwood West estate forms the first step in Swan Housing

Association’s 10 year development plan for Basildon. The new

neighbourhood of 251 family houses is designed to bring affordable,

custom-built homes to the popular commuter centre. Pollard

Thomas Edwards has created a variety of designs which buyers can

choose from. Once selected, the homes are constructed at scheme

partner, NU living’s, factory using modular approaches.

Swan Housing Association is aiming to reduce the operational

CO2 emissions of each of its properties to 2.6 tonnes per year by

2021. This will be achieved by taking a fabric-first approach to the

construction of new homes and implementing retrofit measures on

existing properties, such as replacing boilers, windows, doors and

roofs. With this commitment in mind, Kingspan Kooltherm® K110 Plus Soffit Board was specified for use in the houses with recessed

entrances, in order to effectively insulate the spaces above.

The product is part of Kingspan’s Kooltherm® 100 range of rigid

insulation boards which achieve a thermal conductivity of 0.018

W/m·K across all board thicknesses. This outstanding thermal

performance allowed the target U-value to be met with a slim

thickness of insulation, ensuring the aesthetic integrity of Pollard

Thomas Edwards’ contemporary designs could be maintained.

Installers were able to simply cut the lightweight boards to size with

a fine-toothed saw and install them within the modular buildings

ready to be transported to site.

Kingspan Kooltherm® K110 Plus Soffit Board produced at Kingspan

Insulation’s Pembridge, Herefordshire manufacturing facility

is certified ‘Excellent’ to the demanding BES 6001 responsible

sourcing standard and are manufactured with a blowing agent

that has zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) and low Global

Warming Potential (GWP).

Basildon estateCUSTOMISED WITH KINGSPAN KOOLTHERM

Installers were able to simply

cut the lightweight boards to

size with a fine-toothed saw

and install them within the

modular buildings ready

to be transported to site.

© Swan Housing Association

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WHY INSULATION SPECIFICATION MATTERS

One of the most significant challenges for office developments is the limits on building size, particularly within urban locations. In these areas, the footprint is typically pre-defined. One way to make the most of this space is by slimming down the external wall construction. By specifying more thermally efficient insulation materials within the walls, it is possible to achieve target U-values with a reduced construction thickness. Whilst these insulation materials typically have a higher upfront cost, they can also allow significant volumes of floorspace to be recovered, offering the potential for significant short, medium and long-term returns.

To investigate this, Currie & Brown carried out a detailed analysis looking at how the use of different insulation materials within identical constructions impacted the overall amount and value of space within a building.

How insulation can help toCREATE HEALTHIER, MORE DESIRABLE OFFICESThe design of offices has been transformed over recent years as companies look to meet the shifting priorities of a changing workforce. Rather than a set of cubicles and a kitchen, modern office environments can now include a variety of flexible spaces supporting different working practices, including quiet individual focus and collaboration, as well as rest and recreation. This move towards so called ‘activity-based working’ also forms part of a wider trend for healthier working space design which supports employee wellbeing.

The challenge for employers is that these flexible environments often require more floor space. With this in mind, it makes sense for developers to look to maximise the leasable floor area on each storey of a building. Research from Currie & Brown has revealed that the choice of external wall insulation can significantly impact this.

WELLBEING BENEFITS

The changes in office design trends are the result of a variety of factors, the most fundamental being the need to attract and retain staff. Research has shown that the perceived quality of workspaces is now a key factor in determining this with almost half of UK office workers stating that the design of their workplace has a notable impact on whether they choose to stay at a company.

The drive for greater productivity is also a major factor in changes to office design. A study of over 151,000 employees worldwide found just 64% of responders thought their workspaces allowed them to work productively and there is a growing body of evidence showing that healthier, more varied environments can improve task performance.

A project conducted by CBRE in the Netherlands showed objective performance improvements of as much as 45% could be achieved through simple changes such as effective daylighting, whilst a market analysis has shown that companies which give employees flexible workspaces and the opportunity to move to an area where they can play music are likely to be over 20% more profitable.

In the face of these factors, it makes sense for companies to look for adaptable, high quality spaces. The question for developers is how best to meet this demand.

OFFICE CASE STUDY

The research features 10 real case studies including a six-storey development in London comprising a ground retail floor and five stories of offices with a development cost of £15.476 million. To assess the impact of the insulation material on internal floorspace, Currie & Brown modelled the building with two cavity brick and block wall constructions. The constructions were identical aside from the insulation material, with one using Kingspan Kooltherm® K108 Cavity Board and the other less thermally efficient glass mineral fibre.

With the glass mineral fibre specification, a 155 mm thickness of insulation was required to achieve the target U-value of 0.22 W/m2.K leading to a total external wall construction depth of 388 mm. When using this construction for the external walls, the total lettable floor area of the building was 6,800 m2.

By using Kingspan Kooltherm® K108 Cavity Board, the same level of thermal performance could be achieved with an insulation layer depth of just 60 mm, creating a final external wall construction depth of 343 mm. Whilst the insulation specification added £60,235 in upfront costs to the project, its reduced thickness allowed 29.30 m2 of floor space to be recovered. With a projected annual rental value of £701 /m2, this additional floor space has an

estimated value of £20,515 per year in rental income and a capitalised value of £537,208, representing a 792% return on the additional cost of the insulation material.

NATURAL LIGHT

Beyond these clear cost benefits, a side effect of slimmer external walls is that window reveal depths are also reduced. Research from Peutz B.V. has shown that this can help to increase the average amount of natural light within a space. This can reduce reliance on artificial lighting, make spaces more desirable and help to safeguard the wellbeing of employees.

You can read more about the research and the potential returns achieved through the use of more thermally efficient insulation in the Real Value of Space white paper.

www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/realvalueofspace

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The New StandardIN RETROFIT DESIGN

WHAT IS PAS 2035?

Designers face a diverse range of

challenges when upgrading the energy

performance of existing buildings. No

two projects are identical, and each

must be carefully assessed to ensure

the solution will deliver the expected

improvements. In 2015, the Each Home

Counts review was commissioned to

establish a clear framework of standards

upholding best practice when this work

is carried out on homes. A key part of

this framework — PAS 2035 — came

into effect earlier this year and is

set to significantly influence how the

industry approaches the design and

implementation of domestic energy

efficiency retrofits in the future.

PAS 2035 covers how to assess all types of dwellings for retrofit (including owner occupied, private rental and social housing), identify improvement options, design and specify Energy Efficiency Measures (EEM), and monitor retrofit projects.

It is based around the principal of a “whole-house approach”. This means that EEMs cannot simply be selected and installed on

an ad hoc basis. Instead, a holistic plan must be developed for each project, considering factors such as the building’s age, condition, construction method, orientation, location and other relevant aspects of its design and use.

The standard prioritises fabric first measures, such as a comprehensive range of EEMs, which are intended to improve the thermal performance and airtightness of the building envelope. They also provide efficient heating and cooling systems with smart controls, including systems using low or zero carbon technologies.

In addition, PAS 2035 specifies requirements for advising building occupants about improvement options appropriate to their homes and how they can maintain their retrofitted property so it continues to use energy efficiently. There is also guidance on monitoring and evaluating retrofit properties (when appropriate) and feeding back any lessons learned to all parts of the supply chain, including homeowners / occupiers.

The new standard works in conjunction with a revised version of PAS 2030, which covers the installation, commissioning and hand-over of retrofit projects.

HOW WILL IT

WORK IN PRACTICE?

PAS 2035 sets out several distinct phases a retrofit project must pass through.

• A Retrofit Advisor first sits down with homeowners and discusses options for reducing energy consumption, both through improvements to the property and changes in their behaviour.

• If they opt to further explore improvement opportunities, then a Retrofit Assessment is undertaken by a Retrofit Assessor. This includes an Energy Assessment of the property, an Occupancy Assessment and a Condition Assessment.

• A Retrofit Coordinator will take the outputs from the three parts of the Retrofit Assessment and create a Medium-Term Improvement Plan for the next 25 years. The Retrofit Coordinator must be satisfied that the condition of the property (especially in relation to ventilation) is appropriate for the building, the occupants and the intended measures.

• Only once the Retrofit Coordinator is satisfied can the installation of measures commence. These will be sequenced to maximise long-term benefits for the homeowner. The Retrofit Coordinator commissions design of the measures, contracts the installer and acts as the homeowner’s advocate if there are any issues.

• Retrofit Designers will design improvement measures, paying particular attention to interfaces (junctions) where multiple improvement measures meet.

• PAS 2035 also requires that lessons are fed back to all parts of the supply chain, including the building occupants.

HOW DOES PAS 2035 FIT WITHIN THE WIDER

DOMESTIC RETROFIT FRAMEWORK?

At the core of the Each Home Counts review’s recommendations was the need to establish a quality mark for all energy efficiency and renewable energy measures. As a result, at the end of 2018, the well-established Government TrustMark scheme was expanded to cover repair, maintenance and improvement, retrofit and energy efficiency sectors. From the 1st February 2021, all organisations trading under this scheme will be required to be certified to PAS 2030 and to comply with PAS 2035.

In addition, it is expected that all Government supported retrofit schemes, including the revised version of the Energy Company Obligation (ECO), will require that work is compliant with PAS 2035.

TRANSFORMING HOUSING

Whilst the initial driver for the Each Home Counts review was to provide improved protection for consumers who are investing in EEMs for their home, its new framework will also underpin UK efforts to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The UK housing stock is amongst the oldest in the world and, in England alone, more than 13 million homes were constructed prior to the introduction of any energy efficiency requirements within the Building Regulations. In order to meet the ambitious commitments, the energy performance of these properties must be transformed. PAS 2035 and the revised PAS 2030 provide a sensible approach to ensuring that all retrofits are well considered, properly installed and will ultimately deliver the improvements expected.

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CASE STUDY

LOCATIONCambridge, UK

PRODUCTKingspan TEK® Cladding PanelARCHITECTHollins Architects and Surveyors

MAIN CONTRACTORBarnes Construction

PROJECT FACTS

King’s College School identified a need for a dedicated indoor sports space as the existing assembly hall was considered too small for older pupils. To address this, they chose to demolish a small, underused building to make room for the new Centre.

The building work, overseen by Barnes Construction, provides a range

of facilities including a multi-purpose hall, aerobic / dance studios

and full changing facilities. To minimise heat loss from the building,

Hollins Architects and Surveyors specified 172 mm of the Kingspan

TEK® Cladding Panel to be installed within the structural frame

by McVeigh Offsite.

The basic principles of this design with respect to sustainability

were based on achieving the highest level of insulation and

ensuring the overall building fabric is as efficient as possible

rather than a reliance on renewable energy. The Kingspan TEK®

Cladding Panel fitted well within these principles.

Rob Marsh-Feiley, Hollins Architects and Surveyors

The Kingspan TEK® Cladding Panel is a high performance structural

insulated panel (SIP) which comprises a rigid insulation core

between two layers of OSB/3. The panels feature a unique jointing

system which helps to reduce air loss through the walls

of the structure.

McVeigh Offsite fabricated the panels to the project’s specifications

at their production site. They were then delivered following a

carefully scheduled programme – minimising disruption at the active

school location. The lightweight SIPs were rapidly installed inbound

of the steel frame by a small team of site operatives. The accurate,

offsite manufacturing approach ensured minimal alterations were

required during the fit-out, keeping the project on schedule for its

completion deadline of Autumn 2018.

The manufacturing facility where the panels are produced carries

both FSC® (FSC®-C109304) and PEFC Chain of Custody certification.

As standard, the OSB/3 facing of all Kingspan TEK® panels is

PEFC certified.

Kings CollegeSCHOOL

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The independent study first compared the physical properties of five common soffit insulation materials. This analysis showed that the thermal conductivity of Kingspan Kooltherm® K110 FM Soffit Board (0.018 W/m.K) was the lowest on the market, 11% better than the next best material and 89% better than rock mineral fibre. This means that a compliant construction can be achieved with a slimmer thickness of insulation. For example, a 100 mm layer of the insulation material fitted beneath a 150 mm concrete deck can achieve a U-value of 0.17 W/m2.K, the recommended best starting point to meet non-domestic Building Regulations in England and Wales. To match this performance with rock mineral fibre, 210 mm would be required. As the rock mineral fibre material assessed

within the study is only available in thicknesses of between 130 mm and 160 mm, two layers of insulation would need to be fitted to a total thickness of 260 mm.

To assess how this might impact an installation, a demonstration was carried out looking at how quickly a 100 mm thickness of Kingspan Kooltherm® K110 FM Soffit Board could be installed beneath a 150 mm concrete deck, when compared with the thinnest solution of 130 mm thick rock mineral fibre insulant. The results showed that the lightweight, easy to install design of Kingspan Kooltherm® K110 FM Soffit Board allowed a 17.28 m2 area to be insulated in 37 minutes compared with just 10.8 m2 with the rock mineral fibre insulation, an improvement of 60%.

Study shows soffit savingsWITH KINGSPAN INSULATIONNew research from quantity surveyors, Rider Levett Bucknall, has shown that the physical properties, specifically the enhanced thermal performance, of Kingspan Kooltherm® K110 FM Soffit Board can allow installers to fit an additional 5.25 m2 of insulation every thirty minutes when compared with the closest competitor, rock mineral fibre.

The study further showed that Kingspan Kooltherm® K110 FM Soffit Board was the only material assessed that could provide details of certification as an ‘excellent’ product under the demanding responsible sourcing standard – BES 6001. The board, produced at Kingspan Insulation’s Pembridge, Herefordshire manufacturing facility, is also FM Approved to FM 4880. Further details of the current FM Approval can be found in the full product literature on the Kingspan Insulation website.

To view the full demonstration of the Speed of Install video and to download the ‘Reduce Your Overheads’ whitepaper, visit:

www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/SpeedMatters

... 11% better than the next

best material and 89% better

than rock mineral fibre.

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EDUCATION IN BB101

Kingspan CPD offers Unsuitable learning environments are sadly an

all too common part of the education experience.

Recent research by TES and the Association of

School and College Leaders (ASCL) found that

over two thirds of school buildings in England

were not fit for purpose. Common issues identified

included lack of space, crumbling walls, leaks

and damp. In addition to the negative impact

these concerns can have on the wellbeing and

performance of students when in school, this

research also showed that almost half of head

teachers with buildings not fit for purpose had

to close parts of their school in the last year,

potentially leading to lost learning time.

These issues arise through a combination of

factors, including poor quality buildings and

lack of funds for schools to keep them properly

maintained. It is vital, therefore, that when the

opportunity arises to refurbish or extend an

existing building, or build a new school from

scratch, the facilities are designed and constructed

to provide excellent Indoor Environmental Quality

(IEQ) and to be cheap to operate.

To support project teams, in 2018, the Education

and Skills Funding Agency released an updated

version of Building Bulletin (BB) 101: Guidelines on

ventilation, thermal comfort and indoor air quality.

BB101 describes the factors that affect the indoor

environment of schools, setting out the regulatory

framework for ventilation in schools and gives

recommended performance levels for compliance

with UK regulations. It also provides non–statutory

guidance on how to design schools to achieve

adequate performance for ventilation, indoor

air quality and thermal comfort, thus creating

effective teaching and learning spaces.

We provided an overview of the requirements of

the new standard in the Winter 2018 / 2019 edition

of Insulation Insight. To explore this further,

we have released a new, RIBA accredited CPD

providing advice on how designers can meet the

thermal comfort requirements within BB101.

INSULATION4EDUCATION CPD

The free CPD offers an overview of the revised

requirements within BB101, setting out clearly

how thermal comfort is quantified within the new

guidance, including the adaptive approach used

during the non-heating months which varies the

ideal indoor temperature range based on external

temperatures.

It then looks at the different insulation options

on the market today, from optimum performance

insulation solutions such as vacuum insulation

panels (VIPs) to offsite options like structural

insulated panels (SIPs). Attendees will learn how

these different products can be used to tackle a

wide spectrum of applications on new and existing

buildings, helping designers to not only achieve

compliance with Part L of the Building Regulations

(England and Wales) and Section 6 (Energy) of the

Building Standards (Scotland), but also to create

spaces which are comfortable for users all year

around and that use energy efficiently, helping

to reduce long-term running costs.

The presentation also looks at the importance of

maintaining a good standard of natural light within

education spaces to support both the wellbeing of

students and possibly their attainment. This section

includes a discussion of the Peutz BV research

covered in the Summer 2018 edition of Insulation

Insight. This highlights how, by installing slimmer

and more thermally efficient rainscreen and cavity

wall solutions, it is possible to reduce external wall

depths. This in turn leads to slimmer window reveals

and can help to significantly raise natural light

levels within a space, without having to compromise

on thermal performance.

To arrange a seminar at your office, simply visit

our website: www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/cpd

PODCAST: BB101

If you are interested

in finding out more

about BB101 right

now, then it’s worth

checking out our

recent podcast

episode which dives

into the guidance

in more detail. It’s just one of a diverse range of

topics covered within the new podcast, including

everything from Building Information Modelling

(BIM) to the path towards net-zero buildings.

Listen here:

www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/podcast

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“Good quality, well maintained and state of the art infrastructure is vital to ensuring we provide the very best opportunities in life for our children, young people and wider communities” – Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills.

CASE STUDY

LOCATIONManchester, UK

PRODUCTKingspan Kooltherm® Pipe Insulation, Kingspan Kooltherm® Duct Insulation, Kingspan Therma™ Duct Insulation

M&E CONSULTANTSWalsh Integrated Building Services

THERMAL INSULATION CONTRACTORCilex Insulations

PROJECT FACTS

Kingspan’s pipe and ductwork products have been installed on the Grade II-listed Hanover at NOMA in Manchester to provide space-saving insulation which enhances the performance of its building services.

Hanover comprises a former Edwardian drapery warehouse and office block, linked by an atrium. The development team at NOMA wanted to ensure the regeneration of the eight-storey structure preserved its heritage character, whilst creating efficient Grade A office space to complement its retail and leisure facilities.

M&E consultants, Walsh Integrated Building Services, worked with Russells Construction to develop a specification which delivered modern levels of performance within the restraints of the existing building’s design. To help deliver this, Cilex Insulations Ltd installed 7,000 lm of Kingspan Kooltherm® Pipe Insulation and 500 m2 of Kingspan Kooltherm® Duct Insulation on the internal ductwork of the building, including the plant rooms and within the service void of a Kingspan Access Floors raised access flooring. 500 m2 of Kingspan Therma™ Duct Insulation was also used for the external ductwork on the roof.

Brett Carroll, from Cilex Insulations, discussed the specification:

For this refurbishment, we needed a solution which helped the client

maximise lettable space but also performed to a high standard.

Kingspan products are our number one choice when it comes to

premium projects and have been for many years. Their technical

support team is always on hand to provide any assistance or

additional information that may be required by the client.

Kingspan Kooltherm® Pipe Insulation can achieve industry leading aged thermal conductivities as low as 0.025 W/m·K (at +10°C mean). As a result of its excellent thermal performance, a reduced thickness of insulation can be used which allowed the pipework to be effectively insulated within the tight service spaces. The product has also been awarded a best-in-class Eurofins Indoor Air Comfort Gold certificate, recognising it as an outstanding material according to the VOC Indoor Air Quality emissions standards. It has also been CE Marked in conformance with BS EN 14314: 2009 + A1: 2013, which certifies that the product can reliably demonstrate it is both durable and performs as expected.

Kingspan Kooltherm® Duct Insulation is a rigid phenolic insulation and has been CE Marked to verify its compliance with the harmonised European Standard (hEN). The duct insulation has been installed on the internal ductwork of Hanover as it can achieve conductivities as low as 0.022 W/m·K (at +10°C mean), helping to keep ductwork dimensions to a minimum without compromising energy performance.

On the external ductwork fabricated for the roof, Kingspan Therma™ Duct Insulation was fitted as its high-performance core can achieve a conductivity as low as 0.023 W/m·K (at +10°C mean). It is suitable for rectangular, circular and flat oval applications, within an operating temperature range of –20°C to 80°C. This rigid thermoset polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation has also been CE Marked within the requirements of BS EN 14314: 2009 + A1: 2013.

All Kingspan Kooltherm® Pipe and Duct Insulation, in addition to Therma™ Duct Insulation, achieve BRE Green Guide Ratings of A/A+. The products’ fibre-free insulation cores are manufactured with a CFC/HCFC–free blowing agent that has zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) and low Global Warming Potential (GWP).

Historic city centrepieceREFURBISHED WITH THE HELP OF KINGSPAN

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An ExperienceTO REMEMBERThe needs of our customers are fundamental to

everything we do here at Kingspan Insulation, whether

it be developing cutting-edge products to solve industry

problems or providing expert technical services and tools

such as our U-value calculator.

In particular, the day-to-day interactions our

support team has with customers across the

country, such as dealing with common issues like

tracking and scheduling deliveries, often has a major

impact on how customers view their overall experience.

We are extremely proud of the first-class service our

customer support team provides and we’re delighted

to see this recognised with the award for Excellence in

Customer Service at the recent Hereford & Worcestershire

Business Chamber Awards.

Kingspan Insulation has been a proud a member of the Herefordshire community ever since our Pembridge site was established back in 1986

and the annual chamber awards are a great opportunity to celebrate our own achievements, along with those of a diversity of other local

firms. Some of the other winners on the night included a gritting and snow clearance service, graphic designers, chartered accountants and a specialty

jeweller - a fantastic evening for all involved.

This latest win is testament not only to the hard work of employees right across the company, but also to the successful planning and strategies which have

enabled us to identify areas for improvement and to address them effectively.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

As with all areas of our work, we are constantly looking to make improvements to the services we provide at all stages in our customer’s journey. Last year we established a new initiative to engage with our customers and identify practical opportunities for us to improve the customer experience and measures for us to track success.

This process is centred around the principle that the best way to fuel progress is by obtaining honest and regular feedback from all our varied customer groups whether they be architects, engineers, specialist contractors or DIYers. By placing this customer voice at the centre of our processes, we can adapt and reshape our offering to better meet their precise requirements. This may include the type of products we research and develop, the customer and technical support services we offer and the ways we deliver our products to site.

Again, in line with our process of constant improvement, this is a circular strategy where we will constantly monitor feedback from customers and use this to inform the next steps in our business development.

ROADMAP TO SUCCESS

The drive to constantly improve is what has helped to establish Kingspan as a leading manufacturer, not only here in the UK, but right across the globe. As the construction industry continues to diversify and develop, it is essential that we keep pace, ensuring our customers can easily access the products, service and advice they need. Our circular customer experience strategy will allow us to achieve a first-class service which continues to set us apart in the industry.

WORLD CLASS SERVICE

Back in 1998, we were one of the first companies to achieve certification under the ISO 9001 quality management system. More recently, this has included expanding our range of delivery services to include next-day and am / pm timed deliveries, ensuring our products arrive when needed. Additionally, we have worked with our hauliers to implement services which allow order progress to be tracked in real-time including proof of delivery and GPS tracking of vehicles.

There have also been considerable changes in the way we deliver our technical services. Our U-value calculator, e-learning centre and extensive online knowledge base provide customers with 24/7 access to detailed information on areas such as Building Regulations, fixing advice and recommended constructions.

Our U-value calculator now includes over 6,000 calculations which have all been completed by members of our Technical Service Department. The app was downloaded over 2,000 times in 2018 and there have been over a quarter of a million visits to the U-value calculator website in that time - generating almost 75,000 calculation emails. In addition, our wider knowledge base sees well over 30,000 visitors per month.

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HEALTHIER INDUSTRY

Constructing a

Over the past three decades, tremendous work has been done to improve safety standards throughout the construction industry. Figures show that the number of fatal injuries has dropped to just a fifth of the level found in 1988. Despite this progress, there are still significant concerns about the mental health of construction workers with a shocking 1,419 suicides in the last five years, 1,409 of which were men.

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Kingspan 426 Roofboard has been FM approved to FM 4470 for use in buildings, such as Warehouses, where asset protection is a key consideration.

Find out more at: www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/quadcore

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Further information on the Kingspan range is available on:

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Kingspan is one of a number of companies and industry bodies who came together to support the launch of a new initiative – Mind Your Head. Led by expert consultant, Dr. Gareth Palmer, the initiative looks to transform attitudes around mental health amongst men within our industry and create an environment where those who need help feel they are able to ask for support.

CHANGING ATTITUDES

Staff working within the construction industry face pressure from a variety of sources, from operating under the strict working processes required to keep sites safe, to the demanding project timelines and pressure to constantly find savings.

At the same time, the self-reliant culture which continues to exist within parts of our sector can make it difficult for men, in particular, to feel able to come forward and ask for help or simply talk about their feelings, both at work and at home. This in turn can lead to a sense of isolation, perpetuating the problem.

The Mind Your Head awareness campaign aims to change this, helping men to understand and open up about their experiences and build strategies for coping.

THE MATERIAL SUPPORT EXHIBITION

The initiative was launched with a thought-provoking art exhibition at UK Construction Week, which this year fell over World Mental Health Day. The pieces were curated to carry a meaningful message and were donated from individuals and companies from across the industry. They ranged from traditional paintings to more hands-on pieces, such as an acoustic booth where visitors could sit and listen to advice.

In addition to the well-attended exhibit, a number of keynote speakers also gave talks at the stand’s stage. These included RIBA President Alan Jones, leadership coach Ric Moylan, architect Ben Channon (author of Happy by Design) and Scott Thomas of Love Island fame who spoke about his own challenges with mental health and why he believed initiatives like Mind Your Head were beneficial to men in construction.

The Mind Your Head campaign organisers are planning to take the exhibit on the road to regional trade shows in the future, offering consultancy, workshops and presentations to support those in the industry to tackle this important issue.

For practical support and resources, The Lighthouse Club offer a confidential 24/7 helpline, which is available to industry workers and their families in the UK and Ireland - 0345 605 1956

CASE STUDY

LOCATIONHackney, London

PRODUCTKingspan Balcony & Terrace System

CLIENTHere East

PROJECT FACTS

Situated in a picturesque canalside location, Here East provides over 110,000 m2 of flexible studio, work and retail spaces. The design adds colour and creativity to the once windowless, monolithic façade of The Broadcast Centre. The building has been opened up with a new projecting unitised curtain-wall system and recessed balconies helping to add depth and interest to the building. The stunning results saw it crowned as Building of the Year by the Architects’ Journal in 2018.

Lakesmere, now owned by Kaicer Building Envelope Solutions, were

appointed to deliver the curtain-walling which wraps three sides of

the building. The design called for three large recessed balconies

running up to 13 metres in length. A pedestal floor construction was

chosen for these areas and to ensure the space below was effectively

insulated, whilst also maintaining a level transition from the adjoining

space, the Kingspan Balcony & Terrace System was chosen.

Unlike conventional insulation materials, Kingspan

features a vacuum insulation core with an innovative microporous

structure. This design allows them to achieve a declared thermal

conductivity of 0.007 W/m·K – up to five times lower than commonly

used insulation materials. Rigid insulation infill panels of the same

thickness are also included within the system. These are fitted

around the perimeter of the balcony and can also be cut to allow for

penetrations through the insulation layer or to fill spaces between

the Kingspan vacuum insulation panels (VIPs).

Operatives from Kingspan Insulation’s design service

developed detailed system layouts for the three recessed balcony

areas – ensuring the optimal ratio of Kingspan VIPs to

infill panels. Onsite, a vapour control and protective rubber crumb

layer were first laid above the concrete deck. 25 and 30 mm

Kingspan panels were then laid above this in two layers

followed by a 30 mm layer of Kingspan Styrozone (please note:

Kingspan Styrozone has been superseded by Kingspan GreenGuard®).

The floor pedestals were then fitted over the insulation layer – ready

to receive the balcony floor layer.

Kingspan panels produced at Kingspan Insulation’s

Pembridge, Herefordshire manufacturing facility are certified to

BES 6001 (Framework Standard for the Responsible Sourcing of

Construction Products) ‘Very Good’. This contributed to the

award of credits within the responsible sourcing section of the

BREEAM assessment.

Kingspan bringsEASTERN PROMISE TO THE OLYMPIC PARK

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LASTING PARTNERSHIP

Founding a

The construction industry is set for a period of significant upheaval over the next three decades as work begins in earnest to transform our built environment, both new and existing, in order to meet the Government’s commitment to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. With so much at stake, it is vital that the initial design intents regarding energy performance and sustainability are carried through to completed buildings. This means a more prominent oversight role for architects in the future which will require them to be fully aware of and engaged with the rapid changes taking place not just in architecture, but also in the wider construction industry and the world itself.

To support the next generation of

architects in taking up this mantle,

Kingspan Insulation has become a

founding partner of the London School of

Architecture (LSA), a post-graduate facility

which looks to draw academia and practice

more closely together, providing an education

that is empowering, accessible and relevant to

the modern industry.

FROM THE PAGE

The concept for the LSA was born in an article

written by former Architectural Review editor, Will

Hunter, in 2012. In it, he questioned whether the

university system is really the best place for RIBA Part 2

practitioners (post-graduate students) to learn about the

rapidly shifting industry and the skills they will require for

it. This question was prompted in part by the introduction of

the £9,000 per year tuition fee cap and research showing that

the interest from this debt would outstrip salary increases for a

typical architect across their career.

To consider new approaches, the Alternative Routes for Architecture

think tank was created drawing input from collaborators and critics

from across the industry. Twelve months later, the initial concept

for the LSA was sketched out and a number of the country’s leading

practitioners made formal ‘Expressions of Interest’ to support the creation

and operation of the school.

The LSA describes its education model as being “organised

as a living network – rather than a fixed hierarchy”, creating

strong relationships between study and practice; and

architecture and other disciplines.

As part of the two-year course, students first undertake an

Inter-Practice year where they work within an architectural

practice, arranged through the LSA’s network, for 3-days per

week. The firms pay students a minimum salary of £12,000,

which helps to offset the cost of tuition fees.

Students spend their remaining time at the LSA, working on

a varied syllabus which includes a Design Think Tank Project

where they work together to respond to a research question

set by a grouping of practices.

The LSA course also encourages students to intimately engage

with the capital. Each cohort is assigned a London borough

which will form a particular focus across both years. The

students look beneath its physical landscape and at what

comes before architecture, considering the challenges and

opportunities that are present, along with other less tangible

characteristics of the space.

In their Proto-Practice year, students are expected to develop

their own direction, creating an individual thesis design

project situated in their London borough. During the year,

they’re given the opportunity to consider how architects have

historically gone about the task of design including conducting

a personal study of an architect relevant to their design

project. They also look specifically at how schemes will be

realised, considering strategies for the choice of materials and

how to meet sustainability requirements. These final projects

are then exhibited at the LSA Summer Show.

Through this demanding programme, the school looks to create

architects who are proactive, innovative and experimental,

willing to try new ideas and make bold decisions as a designer.

At the same time, it hopes to drive home the principal that

these concepts must be relevant to the modern world, asking

and answering the right questions.

A BRIGHT FUTURE

As a Founding Partner within the school, Kingspan Insulation

will look to take an active role in its work and to support the

students in gaining a clearer idea of how the latest materials

can contribute to innovative building design. We will work

with the school to identify the best occasions to share both

knowledge and research including bringing students to our

sites to gain a better understanding of the whole production

process and conducting annual presentations as part of the

core course programme.

We believe that the collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach

encouraged by the LSA is fundamental to making the country’s

Net Zero emissions goal a reality. By working more closely

together, we can create buildings which better meet the diverse

needs of the local communities and take advantage

of the latest developments in design and production.

WHAT IS DIFFERENT ABOUT THE LSA?

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SPRING 2019

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Technical We also support all of our products with a comprehensive Technical Advisory Service for specifiers, stockists and contractors. Simply phone the Kingspan Insulation Technical Service Department with your project specification.

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Interested in professional

development…?

We have a great range of

free CPDs available. In order

to book on to one simply email

presentations@kingspaninsulation.co.uk

with your preferred date and start time

and we will be delighted to deliver a CPD

at your work. The following CPDs are

currently available to attend.

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REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCYEstimated time: 3 hours

Modules: 6

Most building work requires Building Regulation approval in the

UK, but there are separate regulations for England, Wales and

Scotland. This course looks in depth at the Building Regulations

and Standards across all three countries for domestic and non-

domestic scenarios.

THE REAL VALUE OF SPACEEstimated time: 2 hours

Modules: 4

In an ever expanding and advancing world, ‘space’ can be

hard to come by, and in the construction industry, space is

at a premium now more than ever. This course helps you

understand how space can unlock investment opportunities.

FLAT ROOFING AND TAPERED INSULATIONEstimated time: 3 hours

Modules: 6

In this course, we take a look at the different types of flat roof

constructions and the Building Regulations that govern them in

England, Wales and Scotland. You’ll learn about different deck

types, waterproofing systems and ways of creating a fall.

We’ll then take a look at some cost analysis into different

ways of creating a fall for flat roof drainage.

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Premium Performance Phenolic Insulation (30 mins) An overview of phenolic insulation examining the benefits of thinner insulation, the different applications available and other design considerations.

RIBA Accredited: Flat & Tapered Roofing (45 mins) An overview of warm, cold, and inverted flat & tapered roofs. Also examines types of deck, waterproofing options, structures, drainage and insulation.

Offsite Construction Solutions: Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) (45 mins) Learn how Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) can provide an energy efficient solution through low U-values, excellent air tightness and low thermal bridging.

Fire & Façades Safety (England) (45 mins)Learn about the 2018 and 2019 amendments to Part B of the Building Regulations, for fire safety, and how this effects the compliance of differing insulation materials.

RIBA Accredited: Insulation4Education – Guidance on Thermal Comfort and Daylighting in the Learning Environment (45 mins)An overview of the requirements of BB101 and daylighting, and how it is possible to create an environment which safeguards wellbeing, boosts productivity and reduces absenteeism whilst limiting running costs and environmental impact of the building.

Vacuum Insulation Panels (45 mins) With an insulating performance up to five times better than commonly used insulation materials, discover how vacuum insulation can solve the problems of limited space.

Building Services Solutions – Pipe Insulation Systems (45 mins) Discover why you should insulate pipework, understand all aspects of compliance and identify the long-term cost savings which can be achieved by insulating pipework.

Regulations and Standards for Energy Efficiency (30 mins each) Learn more about Part L of the Building Regulations including both new and existing domestic and non-domestic buildings. This CPD is available for English, Welsh or Scottish regulations.

SUMMER 2019

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