RICS West Midlands: Pros & cons of wall materials, considering carbon reduction and sustainabilIity

Overview

The presentation aims to give a broad and as detailed as possible overview of Fibre Gypsum as an alternative to concrete blockwork and plasterboard/drywall for internal wall material.

The session focuses on the pros and cons of wall materials and compares performance criteria in the context of modern methods of construction (MMC) and the demands of carbon reduction and circular economy considerations. As part of an overview of wall construction technology and principles, it covers the essentials of the nature of Fibre Gypsum, including how it is made and used as an internal walling material.

By the end of this CPD session delegates should have:

• an overview of a highly flexible, alternative material in MMC
• an improved understanding of Fibre Gypsum as a relevant carbon reduction material and how it can be used effectively
• a thorough background of the nature and properties of Fibre Gypsum, including how it can be used to satisfy modern approaches to sustainable building while offering a fine, robust material
• an understanding of typical details and cases using fibre cement in construction, and
• knowledge of how Fibre Gypsum meets legislative requirements and standards in durability, health and safety, and approved documents and standards

Schedule

08:30 – Registration, coffee and networking

09:00 – Presentation

10:30 – Q&A