Wienerberger Ltd

This seminar looks at the British Standards requirements and the practical issues associated with both vehicular and pedestrian traffic.

- Ancient and modern iconic structures, exploring early brick structures, to the present day. - Brick used in alternative & innovative ways, creating contemporary structures using one of the oldest construction materials - Introduction to clay masonary, and appropriate specification - The basic properties of bricks - Overview of manufacturing techniques, terms and definitions, in accordance with the product standard BSEN 771-1 2003 & PAS 70 testing methodology - A look at 'special bricks, green credentials, with case studies of projects where none standard brick products are used to good effect - FInishing with a gallery of images: contemporary and innovative projects, around the globe, where brick is used in bespoke, creative ways.

This material looks to explain the flexibility of brickwork.

This seminar looks at the basic British Standard requirements and those situations where problems have arisen, and to recognise how the designer can minimise the risk of damage.

This seminar will: - Provide the designer with other MMC options for walling systems - Raise awareness as to other walling systems that are environmentally friendly - Educate in CDM benefits and safer site traffic management - Identify a system that accords with current legislation

This seminar looks at how to recognise, prevent and cure stains and damp, with literature on brickwork staining, mortar specification, rain resistance, DPC specification, brickwork mortars, staining prevention and treatment, and site practice.