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Interactive timber learning platform to help deliver a more sustainable built environment
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he Wood Window Alliance (WWA), an organisation under the British Woodworking Federation, has invested
heavily in the development of a Wood Window and Doors CPDi. This online resource has been designed to cater for the needs of architects, contractors and housing professionals to help in the planning and delivery of a more sustainable built environment. By giving users the luxury of online bite-sized
learning, the Wood Windows & Doors CPDi will help them stay relevant with fast and effective knowledge regarding the performance, maintenance, and sustainability of timber, as well as the proven wellbeing effects associated with such a material.
SUSTAINABILITY FOR THE FUTURE The Wood Windows and Doors CPDi has been designed in response to the high volume of queries the WWA was receiving from professionals who wanted advice on the incorporation of timber into their projects. The modules explore how the reduction of carbon emissions whilst still creating a high performance, quality building can be achieved through the use of timber. Currently the following modules are available to access free of charge:
The Circular Economy – This module explores how a circular economy approach is achieved through a combination of designing for the long- term, using sustainable materials, engaging in eco-friendly sourcing and manufacturing methods and repairing, recycling and reusing.
Building Nature into Architecture – This module is an exploration of how low carbon spaces can be achieved by substituting high carbon building materials for timber. Practical guidance is given on timber species selection and relevant coatings and applications.
A Natural Evolution: The Wooden Window – This CPDi module identifies the key factors to
HOW TO START YOUR LEARNING JOURNEY To begin your learning journey, please visit the WWA Wood Window and Doors CPDi at:
cpdi.bwf.org.uk
woodwindowalliance@bwf.org.uk windows.bwf.org.uk Twitter: @woodwindowall
Shelforce shortlisted twice at Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce awards
Shelforce has been shortlisted for two awards at the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce Annual Dinner and Awards 2020. The window and door manufacturer is up for Excellence in Contribution to the Community AND Excellence in People Development. Shelforce specialises in providing high-quality PVCu and aluminium products to local authority building projects, working closely with Birmingham City Council, and 75 per cent of its workforce has a disability. Howard Trotter, Shelforce’s Business Manager, said: “We are absolutely delighted to receive two nominations at what is one of the most prestigious events in the region’s business calendar. “Shelforce has always been synonymous with contributing to the community and delivering social and commercial outcomes for the citizens of Birmingham. “We also help some of the city’s most vulnerable people develop their life skills and the skills they need to work as a team and deliver high quality products in a competitive market.” In the last year Shelforce has provided windows and doors for the revamp of the 20- storey Barry Jackson Tower to help homeless families and manufactured the aluminium windows for the city’s first ever modular home. And Shelforce is set to open a training facility to equip young people with disabilities with the skills and confidence for employment. The annual dinner and awards takes place at the ICC Birmingham and is set to attract over 1,300 guests from businesses across Greater Birmingham.
0121 603 5262
www.shelforce.com Longfloor have launched game-changer
Longfloor has launched a game-changing development for the construction industry, a revolutionary approach in the way liquid cement screeds are applied, a global first which will fundamentally enhance the way liquid cement screeds are used.
Darren Williams, Longfloor General Manager said: “The screed industry has witnessed a sea change in favour of cement-based liquid screeds but for many years has attempted to develop one which flows well, dries quickly and is as easy to install as possible. We are very excited to announce an industry first. The future is grey!”
01629 540 284
www.longfloor.co.uk Eliminate the risk of contamination
Protecting and maintaining good hygiene, particularly in student accommodation, housing association properties, care homes and other buildings where large numbers of people come together, can be a major challenge. Through careful planning and implementation, steps can be taken to ensure contamination is prevented, permanently. CONTI+ take a holistic view to hygiene, starting with the ultimate hygiene of touch-free taps, showers and urinal controls through to disinfection solutions for drinking water hygiene and complete room decontamination. Discover the reliability and innovation of CONTI+, contact Paul Musgrove, UK Development Manager.
paul.musgrove@
conti.plus
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take into consideration when specifying timber as a construction material, especially in the specification of windows and doors. British Standards are explored to help professionals with future specification.
A Focus on the Benefits of Timber School Buildings – This module considers the research available on the positive impact that timber can have on students in a learning environment.
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