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Are your GRP Dormers complying with Part L Building Regulations? Part L Building Regulations in the UK focus on enhancing the energy efficiency of both new and existing buildings. These regulations apply to residential and commercial properties and set specific requirements for aspects such as insulation, heating systems, and ventilation. The goal is to reduce energy consumption and promote sustainable practices in construction and maintenance. Remember that compliance with these regulations is crucial for architects, builders, developers, engineers, and other building professionals involved in designing, constructing, or renovating buildings in England. 🏢🌿 Get in touch with our sales team today to discuss your site requirements #grp #buildingregs #construction #houses #homes #partL #foam #insulation #insulation # heating #ventilation #grpdormer #dormer

🔥 Exciting News Alert 🔥 🏗️ {DESCRIPTION} MFM Building Products has achieved a game-changing milestone in the building industry by securing a UL Class A fire rating for their Ultra HT Wind & Water Seal Underlayment. This achievement solidifies their commitment to providing top-notch waterproofing and weather barrier products. 🔍 With this recent accomplishment, it is clear that MFM Building Products is at the forefront of innovation and safety in the construction sector. This UL Class A rating further establishes their products as the go-to choice for professionals seeking reliable and high-quality building materials. 🌟 This achievement not only boosts the credibility of MFM Building Products but also showcases their dedication to meeting and exceeding industry standards. The UL Class A fire rating sets a new benchmark for excellence in the building materials market and reinforces MFM's position as a trusted name in the industry. 📈 As the demand for reliable and durable building products continues to rise, this milestone puts MFM Building Products ahead of the curve. Their commitment to quality and safety positions them for continued success and growth in the competitive construction market. 👷♂️ Stay tuned as MFM Building Products continues to lead the way in providing cutting-edge solutions for waterproofing and weather protection in the construction industry. Congratulations to the team on this remarkable achievement! #BuildingIndustry #Innovation #ULClassARating

Ireland and the UK's building or construction companies, are you exploring projects? Consider using Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) for your next venture! I can provide pricing and help you uncover ICF's environmental and performance advantages. The Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for ICF highlights its exceptional benefits, offering a faster and superior option for your project needs. Positive feedback emphasizes advantages like reduced construction time, a robust concrete core, excellent thermal performance, and impressive acoustic capabilities. ICF offers a host of additional benefits that can significantly reduce your project costs. These include decreased need for scaffolding, minimal block snagging issues, rapid internal wall drying, absence of wet trades, and immediate internal plasterboard screw-fixing. These advantages underscore the importance of initiating a commercial review. Send in your housing or apartment projects to [email protected] #Construction #Sustainability #ProjectManagement #MMC #HOUSINGFORALL #ICF #DEVELOPOMENTS #APARTMENTS #COSTEFFECTIVE #RAPIDHOUSING

Why a focus on condensation management is important in design and construction Condensation and mould growth within external walls and roofs can pose significant health risks and lead to the deterioration of building materials, including insulation, boards, and framing. Recognising these challenges, our team of certified consultants utilise advanced hygrothermal modelling software to perform thorough condensation analysis and management assessments. This approach allows for accurate prediction of potential mould growth based on specific conditions such as substrate material, temperature, and relative humidity. Our consultants offer expert advice to mitigate the risk of mould development within your building. Our strategies to ensure compliance with the latest National Construction Code (NCC) requirements offering peace of mind that your building remains safe and healthy for its occupants and adheres to current construction standards. To find out more, visit https://lnkd.in/gW3X3HNd #Energy #Sustainability #Condensation #NCC #JensenHughes

H1 changes are out for consultation. I've read through the consultation document and recommend skipping to pages 39 and 65 for the summary and then going back into the details. Overall pretty gutsy. Largest change is to REMOVE the schedule method while keeping the Calculation and Modeling methods (and the reference building). Most politically ugly change is to require the use of 38% timber in wall R-value calculations "unless a designer can demonstrate that a lower framing fraction is justified". This will lower the reference R-value from R2 to R1.6 for the reference building. Same result with no construction changes but the first step to fixing a problem is recognizing that you have one. Heaps of little fixes/clarifications and removal of some common 'cheats' used to make poor buildings pass H1. Like defining the reference building SHGC for glazing and reducing internal loads by nearly 50% to better match reality. I was a bit disappointed that the document pointed out that more research shows overheating is not caused by insulation but no requirements were suggested to address this. I yelled boo when I read the bit about using overall internal dimensions to measure areas for H1. Understand why (to control window %) but this means when we finally move to predictive thermal models for code compliance we will need to use lots of thermal bridge calculations - just like they do in the UK today. What surprised you? Download documents to read and review here: https://lnkd.in/gd4BTDs2

Weatherproofing is a fundamental aspect of building envelope protection and our CPD presentation video “Streamlining of weatherproofing in modular construction” looks at how the changes in the way we construct buildings affects weatherproofing systems. Our CPD covers: - The importance of modular buildings for a viable route to net-zero construction - Considerations for weatherproofing of modular buildings and the impact on a modular project - Weatherproofing for healthier and more sustainable buildings - Dealing with modular building envelope penetrations Login to watch our CPD presentation video and answer the questions at the end to count toward your yearly CPD requirement - https://buff.ly/3QdD54b. #CPD #NetZero #Weatherproofing

Are you looking to take your ICF construction projects to the next level? We love hearing from contractors, architects, and even homeowners about why they love ICF construction - superior energy efficiency, unmatched durability, and quiet living spaces.  But what if you could get those same benefits with even greater strength, faster installation times, and cost-saving advantages? That's the SuperForm difference. Here's why SuperForm ICFs should be your go-to choice: Unmatched Strength:  SuperForm ICFs are the  strongest insulated concrete forms in the industry.  This means you can build with confidence, knowing your structures will stand the test of time. Faster Installation: Our lightweight, fully assembled blocks stack quickly,  allowing contractors to  complete projects faster  without sacrificing quality. This translates to  cost savings for you and your clients. Superior Energy Efficiency: SuperForm ICF walls provide exceptional insulation,  helping homeowners  reduce heating and cooling costs  and  create a more comfortable living environment. Peace of Mind:  The concrete/foam construction of SuperForm ICF homes helps to  prevent mold and mildew growth, providing a healthier living environment for your clients. If you're interested in learning more about how SuperForm ICFs can benefit your next project, I'd love to chat! #ICF #Construction #SuperFormICF #EnergySavings #Durability #Building #HomeImprovement

NCC 2025 updates For Architects and Structural Engineers, one to watch out for is F1D4. When it comes into effect there will be a 70 mm minimum set down from internal to external. This will mean a deeper soffit step or slabs become thicker for a flat soffit.

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In the absence of an Australian Basement Code, building professionals defer to using the well-known British Basement Construction Code – #BS8102:2022. Whilst a useful starting point, this code is inadequate in Australia as it does not take into account following items as reported in the pages 6 & 7 of the following link https://lnkd.in/dFFB74X2 : 1. The #NCC2022 mandatory requirements introduced 1st October 2023 for condensation/water ingress related #mould/mildew development.#NCC2025 basement waterproofing exemption is proposed to be removed. Basements particularly incorporating storage areas containing organic materials are a significant food source for mould/mildew development hence should be designed as full tanking system when functional statements of NCC is considered. 2. Recently proposed "#WatershedDesign" is a good measure for all above ground waterproofing cases however particularly pump-out drained basements conflicts with the following requirements for the reasons explained in the above link ; a. NSW #WaterManagementAct2000 (and those of other States) guidance b. Ongoing maintenance and reporting requirements for basements drained by pump-out systems for the life of the building c. Energy efficiency calculations for pumped-out basements building d. Drained basements under gravity without pump-out system may contradict to local council policy 3. The #DA #approval #time can extend significantly for building basements in NSW (or other similar states) not designed as full tanking system