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The untold story of stone wool insulated sandwich panels
Professor Marco Imperadori’s new book, Building with Stone Wool Insulated Sandwich Panels, explores the science, aesthetics, and real-world applications of the previously underexamined technology
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CPD 11 2024: Thermal regulation and the performance gap
Sponsored by Rockwool, this CPD module examines the regulations and considerations relating to a building’s thermal performance and the role that stone wool insulation can play in ensuring that the as-built performance of buildings is as intended
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CPD 03 2024: Exploring the A to Z Essential Principles
This Rockwool-sponsored CPD module examines the A to Z Essential Principles relating to passive fire safety by RISCAuthority, highlighting the importance of going above and beyond the Building Regulations to better protect buildings and their occupants
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CPD 01 2024: Fifth Facade: Regulations on Roofs
This latest CPD module, sponsored by Rockwool, considers the roof as a building’s fifth facade, examining its functional uses and its vital role in fire safety, and explaining the relevant regulations and what needs to be done to require to comply with them
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ROCKWOOL launches whitepaper to support fire safety of multifunctional roofs
New whitepaper explores how to identify and mitigate fire risks for flat roofs functioning as additional social or practical spaces of a building, including for solar installations
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ROCKWOOL® SP FireStop EN – now tested specifically for curtain wall applications
A purpose-made solution for cavity fire stopping, FirePro® SP FireStop EN supports architects specifying cavity fire stops for buildings across a range of common constructions. ROCKWOOL has further evidenced the performance of its cavity fire stop solution through specific testing to the curtain wall standard, BS EN 1364-4:2014.
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CPD 06 2023: Introducing BS 5422 on pipework insulation
This latest CPD module, sponsored by Rockwool, looks at the latest version of BS 5422, the British Standard for thermal insulation of pipework and equipment, exploring recommendations and key updates for 2023
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ROCKWOOL® supports construction professionals with new e-learning platform
ROCKWOOL Learning simplifies CPD access and tracks personal progression
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CPD 03 2023: Understanding fire stopping and liability
This CPD module, sponsored by ROCKWOOL, explores the importance of designing for effective compartmentation and the legal liability regarding the provision of fire protection
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ROCKWOOL releases technical bulletin providing compliance guidance for insulated upstand boards
The manufacturer aims to support the industry to understand the importance of designing, specifying and working with products that meet stringent safety ratings
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CPD 13 2022: Designing acoustics for learning environments
This CPD sponsored by ROCKWOOL examines the issues around acoustic performance in schools, sets out the relevant regulations and standards, and explains some of the solutions available. Deadline for completion Friday 30 December 2022.
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Close the insulation gap in your knowledge with CPD from ROCKWOOL
The ROCKWOOL CPD programme helps architects, designers and specifiers to keep pace with regulatory change and maintain the highest professional standards
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CPD 11 2022: Rainscreen insulation and cladding retrofit
This CPD sponsored by Rockwool explains how rainscreen cladding can be a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to upgrade a building, and the specification factors to consider. Deadline for completion Friday 28 October 2022.
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Your guide to new Approved Document L
A straightforward guide to help you get to grips with what’s changed and how ROCKWOOL solutions can help you meet and exceed the new requirements
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Introducing ROCKWOOL sector hubs
Combining product and application information with professional development resources, new sector hubs from ROCKWOOL are your go-to online platform for sector-specific guidance.