• Rainscreen Subframe @ SFS UK - Sustainable Subframe Solutions
    May 29 2024

    Our latest podcast discusses sustainable subframe solutions. In this episode, we explore the concept of sustainability and its relevance today.

    The United Nations (UN) Brundtland Commission defined sustainable development as meeting present needs without compromising future generations' abilities to meet their own. This definition, from the 1987 report "Our Common Future," highlights the need for an integrated approach to environmental concerns and economic development.

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    35 mins
  • Flat Roofing @ SFS UK - Mechanical Fixings for Tapered Insulation on Flat Roofs
    Apr 2 2024

    Why is adjustability key to a fast, efficient and reliable solution?

    Despite its name, a flat roof is rarely flat. Without effective drainage or, worse, if backfalls occur, a roof can suffer from ponding. Ponding adds a dead load to the roof structure, which is unlikely to have been accounted for in structural calculations and may also increase stress in the waterproofing layer.

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    26 mins
  • Fenestration @ SFS UK – Optimising Window Placement
    Mar 19 2024

    The benefits of correct window positioning in low- and high-rise facades and how to get it right.

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    36 mins
  • Rainscreen Subframe @ SFS UK – Thermal Performance
    Mar 24 2023
    The effects of rainscreen subframe systems on the overall thermal performance of external walls.
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    24 mins
  • Rainscreen Subframe @ SFS UK – The effects of thicker insulation.
    Feb 1 2023

    The effects of thicker insulation in rainscreen cladding subframe systems.

    Building envelope specification is in a state of flux. Multiple areas of legislation and regulation are under seeming constant review, and it’s a situation that isn’t going to change in the immediate future.

    There is a fundamental need to address the issue of performance gaps. How do we ensure that the thermal and fire performance of buildings intended at design stage is realised in the completed building?

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    35 mins
  • Fall Protection @ SFS UK – Fragile Roof Design Trends
    Oct 13 2022

    The award winning fall protection systems developed by SFS, protect people who work at heights. Learn about industry regulations, installation best practice and more...

    In this episode, we discuss Fragile roof design trends and the impact on specifying fall protection systems.

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    34 mins