10 April 2013
Portakabin Launches New CPD Programme for Architects, Contractors and Facilities Managers
Portakabin, the UK's leading modular building specialist, has launched a new CPD programme to help architects, contractors, engineers, facilities managers and other building professionals in both public and private sectors improve their understanding of modular construction.
The programme aims to share expertise and help building designers, clients and specifiers to procure modular projects for permanent use more effectively. It also demonstrates how the latest developments in modular construction have removed the design constraints typically associated with the approach.
The new interactive seminar has now been approved and accredited by the RIBA and can be arranged at a time and venue to suit attendees.
The CPD session looks at:
- An overview of the modular sector and some of the preconceptions of the approach
- Design features and advantages of modular and off-site solutions
- System components and properties, such as insulation; roofing, wall and floor construction; fire, thermal and acoustic properties; pre-installed high performance floor options
- How a modular building is manufactured
- How to select a modular supplier
- The speed of design and construction, and detailed programme information
- Sustainability advantages and options
- How health and safety on site can be improved with a modular approach.
Commenting on the new programme, Kevin Jones, Director of Business Development, Portakabin Group Sales, said "Modular construction has evolved beyond recognition over the past 20 years. Off-site solutions can now deliver structures that can compete with any other building method, whether the application is for health, education, nuclear, transport or commercial projects."
"Our aim with this CPD programme is to change perceptions, and to share our wealth of knowledge and experience to help building end users, contractors, architects, and facilities managers procure modular buildings more effectively."
The new Portakabin CPD programme has already been very well received. One of the first organisations to benefit from the seminar was a regional event in the North East for the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
Paul Young, Vice Chair of the Tees Valley Centre of the CIOB North East, said following the event, "This seminar was well attended and the presentation was clear and informative. It showed us just how far modular construction has come in recent years and that it really is a viable alternative to traditional site-based building methods. Our members also found the Q&A discussion very useful, looking at areas such as the practicalities of getting modules on to site, how services are incorporated, and the different materials used in the modular system."
"Feedback after the event was very positive and it is one that we would like to repeat in the future."
All attendees to a Portakabin CPD seminar receive a certificate as proof of attendance, helping to maintain their professional accreditation.
Portakabin offers a wide range of buildings for both permanent and interim applications. It can deliver bespoke projects and standardised accommodation solutions in the most challenging timescales, with less disruption and less impact on the environment.
For further information about modular buildings and the new CPD programme, visit www.portakabin.co.uk/cpd, email information@portakabin.co.uk or call 0845 401 0020.
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