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THREE STELRAD CPDS UPGRADED AND APPROVED BY CIBSE
Leading radiator manufacturer Stelrad Radiators has long lead the way in
the provision of
training and sharing knowledge via continuing professional development courses about every aspect of the use and specifi cation of radiators on heating systems. You can now learn about the latest developments in radiators, from these upgraded CPD training sessions led by a Stelrad
expert. Each one-hour training session counts towards your annual CPD requirement and can be arranged for you on a one-to-one or group basis at your practice, at a time to suit you, either face-to-face or via Teams. The original three CPDs offered have now been superseded by three new 1-hour courses – Space Heating with Radiators, Decarbonisation with Radiators and Low Surface Temperature Radiators – updated to meet CIBSE’s high technical standards, offering meaningful learning outcomes refl ecting the latest legislation. They are designed to meet Stelrad’s evolving customer needs ensuring that the content remains both relevant and impactful. “We’ve just received approval from CIBSE for these three new CPDs and we’re ready to begin offering these to interested parties up and down the country,” says Sarah Baker, Stelrad’s Marketing Communications Manager.
01709 578 950
marketing@stelrad.com RENOLIT ALKORPLAN CPD COURSES
Develop your expertise in roofi ng with RENOLIT CPD courses designed for architects, specifi ers, and construction professionals looking to strengthen their technical knowledge and stay up to date with the latest developments in roofi ng. ‘Single ply done differently’ is a general overview of the company
and history, its range of single ply membranes and services. RENOLIT also discusses the benefi ts of single ply. ‘Let’s go green’ is a more focused CPD covering a range of green roof products, build ups and designs. RENOLIT explains the use of green roofs and their benefi ts.
01670 718 283
renolit.alkorplan.com/uk/technical-support/training •
NEWS FEATURE
The importance of fl oor levelling in ensuring a successful project
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or specifi ers in the commercial sector, the key benchmark for fl oor levelling is known as SR1. As defi ned by British Standards (BS 8204), this states that the level of a fl oor should not deviate by
more than +/- 3 mm over a 2 metre length. In high-traffi c commercial environments, such as hospitals, retail premises and offi ce spaces, achieving this precise level of surface regularity, with the use of high quality levellers, is a structural necessity that directly impacts the longevity, aesthetics and safety of the fi nal fi t-out.
These commercial spaces are subject to increased operational demands compared to residential fl oors. Therefore preparing a subfl oor to SR1 standard is essential for several key reasons: •
Large format porcelain tiles are increasingly used in modern commercial designs and their tolerance of surface irregularity is very low. If the subfl oor has minor undulations, large format tiles, as well as LVT and other rigid fl oor types will bridge over hollows, leading to cracked tiles, popping joints and premature wear under heavy foot traffi c.
The prevention of adhesive failure is a key requirement. Uneven subfl oors will cause uneven adhesive depth. Inconsistent contact will likely trigger localised bonding failures, leading to hollow- sounding fl oors or lifting materials that require costly business interruptions to repair.
Elimination of trip hazards – in public and commercial spaces, height variance between adjoining tiles (known as lipping) can cause a signifi cant legal and safety liability. SR1 compliance guarantees a perfectly seamless transition across the entire fl oor, ensuring adherence to strict accessibility and safety regulations.
• Visual aesthetics: high-intensity commercial lighting or oblique natural light from large windows will quickly expose subfl oor imperfections. A fl oor laid to a lower standard, such as SR2 or SR3, will cast shadows over minor ridges, making the fl oor look poorly installed.
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When it comes to subfl oor preparation, the fi nal fl oor covering is only ever as good as the substrate beneath it. Opting for cheaper, less precise levelling to save on initial handover times is a false economy. Subfl oor irregularities are inevitably visible at the surface, and when subjected to commercial use, the fl oor will wear out that much quicker. Rigorous enforcement of SR1 tolerances, which should be specifi ed at building design stage, will enable commercial contractors to eliminate the root causes of fl ooring failure. Ultimately, investing in correct SR1 preparation ensures that commercial fl oors look fl awless, perform safely and withstand the test of time.
Supplied by Nick Bratt, national technical sales manager for Palace Chemicals
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