The following CPD Providers Network material is available from Stone Federation Great Britain:
Quarry Visit
(Factory Visit)
Guided tour of a quarry and stone works where groups will be shown how stone is formed and quarried, examining its physical properties, size, weights, etc (6 hours duration).
Speakers for in-house seminars
(Seminar)
Stone Federation Great Britain can supply speakers on other CPD-related topics for your in-house seminars, or your branch, networking, or regional events.
Stone in the City
(Seminar)
This intensive seminar led by industry experts looks at factors affecting specification, choosing a specialist stone contractor, aesthetics, maintenance, environmental issues, choosing the right stone, design factors to consider, cost, technological advances and energy efficiency issues.
The Natural Stone Extraction Process
(Podcast)
This pod cast will provide:
- Information on the extraction process of dimensional stone.
- Information on quarries.
- Different methods used, both traditional and new.
- Details of Jet Belts and their benefits.
- Procedure after cutting, ie, use of high pressure water.
- Quarries their place in the environment.
- Choosing samples of natural stone
- Importance of visiting quarries to view whole range of stone and geological features.
Use of Stone in Building Course
(Course)
This 2 day course provides you with an overview and general knowledge of the use of natural stone taking account of the current needs of those using and specifying stone. The course will give delegates assistance in understanding, selecting and using natural stone in many different applications