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SCHLÜTER Creates New Role For Riba-Approved Training
What, Where? waterproofing systems, including their
The requirements and application techniques installations and compatibility with drainage
of stress relieving movement joints, with systems for a complete waterproofing solution.
reference to British Standards, including Creating Effective Balcony And Terrace
examples of typical problems and how they can Solutions For Ceramic Tile And Natural
be avoided. Also discussed – appropriate Stone Coverings
movement joint selection and location guidelines. Fully functional assembly systems for external
Uncoupling membranes: Appropriate ceramic tile and natural stone coverings,
Applications providing appropriate protection to stop
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) What uncoupling membranes are, why they are coverings from cracking, splitting, tenting and
has approved the final CPD presentation to needed and where they should be used to debonding when exposed to the elements.
complete a suite of six seminars from world avoid ceramic tile and natural stone coverings Also discussed -- incorporating drainage
market leader in essential tiling protection, from cracking, splitting, tenting and debonding. systems into external assemblies.
Schlüter-Systems Ltd. Also discussed – the benefits of modern Modular Underfloor Heating Systems For
Architects are enhancing their current and uncoupling systems, and how the uncoupling Ceramic Tiled Floors
future development by gaining specific philosophy has been used for centuries. The benefits of modular screed systems
knowledge to guarantee the long-term integrity Modular Screed Systems For Installing incorporating water-based underfloor heating
of their projects involving tiling, through these Underfloor Heating With Tiled Surfaces systems and their ability to protect ceramic tile
45-60 minute presentations, held at their own The reduced height and weight benefits of and natural stone floor coverings from cracking,
offices, or at Schlüter’s dedicated training modular screed systems, and how they splitting, tenting and debonding.
centre in Leicestershire. overcome the traditionally associated problems Also discussed -- the rapid reacting capabilities
Business Development Manager Stuart Ross of ceramic tile and natural stone coverings of these underfloor heating systems and their
has taken on a new role at Schlüter, and now cracking, splitting and debonding. ability to run at reduced temperatures.
has responsibility for delivering the CPDs. He is Also discussed – the theory behind modular
also working closely with architects on their screed systems, and why screed movement Stuart Ross says: “As well as delivering
individual specifications, assisting on the joints are no longer needed. RIBA-approved CPD training, I am also writing
mechanics of essential tile protection and the Ceramic Tile Waterproofing Systems: Why specifications with architects, to satisfy
technology behind it, enabling them to provide And How? aesthetics and performance criteria of essential
design and functional solutions. The requirements and benefits of waterproofing tile protection.”
Schlüter’s seminars cover the generic aspects ceramic tile and natural stone coverings,
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of six different types of essential protection for including examples encountered when
ceramic tile and natural stone surfaces. insufficient waterproofing has been chosen.
Email: pr@schluter.co.uk or call
Ceramic Tile Internal Movement Joints: Why, Also discussed – the benefits of mat-based
Tel: 01530 813396 for more information
Grundfos Pumps
Grundfos have launched an online
training program called the GPlus
Ecademy. UK industry
professionals are invited to logon
and increase their pump
knowledge. Keeping up with the
latest products and technological
developments, especially now
energy saving has become a global
issue, is extremely important.
The Grundfos GPlus Ecademy provides the means – the program is
internet based, which means you can attend at your convenience and
be sure that what you are learning is up to date – and it’s free!
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John Brash
Grundfos Pumps
A new technology centre
Grundfos will be sponsoring this years
with 21st century
Expo in Zaragoza, Spain. This huge event,
teaching facilities was
which began on June 14th and lasts for
recently completed at
three months, will focus on Water and
Loughborough College,
Sustainable Development. Commenting
using Thermowood
on Grundfos’ involvement in the Expo
cladding from John
2008, Group Senior Vice President Kim
Brash. The Thermowood
Klastrup noted: “The theme is water and
cladding was used on the
the future use of water resources,
external vertical walls of
something of which we have a great
the £5m state of the art
interest in. Moreover the exhibition’s
development to create an
attitude to the theme is that a sustainable development must
attractive and well insulated building that fitted in with its landscaped
characterise the future water supply and we attach great importance
surroundings. Thermowood is a unique and high performance
to this aspect of the matter”.
cladding product from Finland.
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