In an effort to support the ongoing education of architects, Dimond has become involved with the New Zealand Institute of Architects’ Continuing Professional Development scheme.
The scheme runs courses on important issues affecting architects, covering topics such as design, practice and other issues relevant to the concerns of architects, clients and the wider community.
Dimond has recently introduced a CPD-rated course which is presented to architects around New Zealand. The course, titled Roofs 25 metres & beyond, the long and short of it, tackles the design issues architects face when designing large buildings, and arms them with the knowledge to bypass these issues with the use of the correct and most effective products for the job.
To find out more or request a seminar, go to www.dimond.co.nz/cpd_earn_points.asp.
Coming Soon: The new Hibond end cap
Dimond is poised to release a new Hibond end cap into the composite steel flooring market which promises to simplify installation and reduce the time it takes to lay the profile.
The new product makes installation much simpler as the product does not need to be fitted before the profile is laid. The Hibond sheets are laid in place and the end cap is simply fitted in the ends to blank off the ribs at the end of the sheet.
The cap is then fixed in place by drilling a screw through the pre-punched locating hole. The product will be available early in March.
Feeling the burn
Good workplace safety is all about minimising risks, which is why Dimond has designed a range of anti-glare roofing foils to help roofing installers struggling with the intense heat and glare they face while working on the roof, generated in part by the reflection of roofing foils.
This anti-glare coating aims to reduce any harmful effects that may result from long-term UV exposure, such as sunburn and skin cancer disorders, and to lower discomfort to eyes from glare and provide a working environment that’s cooler and more comfortable.
The anti-glare technology has been added to selected foils in the Sisalation (bitumised foil) and Flamestop (fire retardant foil) range so buildings still get an effective vapour or fire barrier but with the added protection for installers.
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