Reynaers CPD Seminars for Architects
Reynaers is committed to providing high quality CPD material to architects and those involved in building specifications. We have developed material, which is independently certified and approved by RIBA. See the list below of current CPD presentations and seminars, we will add more as and when they become available. If you have a specific requirement for a CPD on any other topic, please do let us know as CPD content can be tailored to your needs.
We are delighted to be able to deliver our CPD's in a number of ways, either as face-to-face seminars at your own premises, virtually, or we can host the seminars at Reynaers Knowledge Centre in Birmingham. Please speak to one of our team to see what options are available.
Reynaers Upcoming RIBA CPD Events
RIBA CPD Hour: An Introduction to Specifying Aluminium Curtain Walling
18th November 12:00-13:00pm
The best of all possible worlds
Type: 45 Minute Seminar
Discusses how curtain walling has evolved to respond to the needs and demands of the architecture and construction sectors. It covers the regulatory frameworks across approved documents, also referencing the BSA and CDM.
- RIBA core curriculum:
Design, Construction and Technology
Legal, Regulatory and Statuary Compliance
This CPD will be available via webinar on the date below. Sign up to the session here:
Sustainability and its implications on specifying aluminium systems
Type: 45 Minute Seminar
Details the evolution of aluminium in window design and its improved thermal performance. Also covers the qualities of aluminium as a material, its recyclability and an overview of key standards and legislation, such as Document L.
- RIBA core curriculum:
Design, Construction and Technology
Sustainable Architecture
Specifying aluminium sliding doors
Type: 45 Minute Seminar
The benefits of aluminium sliding doors in building design, giving an introduction to themain types of doors and design considerations. Outlines regulations and standardsspecific to the product category and provides insight into high-performance productsolutions, supported by project case studies.
RIBA core curriculum:
Design, Construction and Technology
Acoustic aluminium glazing solutions for city dwellings
Type: 45 Minute Seminar
Introduces the key considerations in acoustic design and covers relevant regulations andstandards specific to the product category. It provides an introduction to howurbanisation has led to increased noise and explores the main effects of sound and how itworks, as well as high performing product solutions followed by case studies.
RIBA core curriculum:
Design, Construction and Technology
Aluminium windows for optimal natural ventilation
Type: 45 Minute Seminar
Reviews ventilation strategies for buildings and the benefits of natural ventilation.Includes aluminium window systems, their key features and introduces the innovativeparallel opening design. It also covers the regulations and standards relevant to thespecification of windows.
RIBA core curriculum:
Design, Construction and Technology
An introduction to specifying aluminium curtain walling
Type: 45 Minute Seminar
Gives a basic introduction to the fundamental principles to be considered whenspecifying aluminium curtain walling. Outlines what curtain walling is, the different typesof curtain walling available and the design options. Also includes the standards thatapply, the products’ performance criteria, and features installation examples.
RIBA core curriculum:
Design, Construction and Technology
Legal, Regulatory and Statuary Compliance
Accessible solutions for aluminium windows and doors
Type: 45 Minute Seminar
Outlines aluminium systems solutions that meet accessible requirements referring to changes to Approved Document M, as well as the background and history of accessibility.
RIBA core curriculum:
Design, Construction and Technology
Inclusive Environments