MAPEI CPD AND SEMINAR CALENDAR

SUB-FLOOR PREPARATION & FAST TRACK SCREEDS

• An overview of common failures in substrates.
• Moisture control, measurement and damp­ proof membranes. 
• Substrate preparation.
• Selection of smoothing and levelling compounds. 
• Flooring adhesives.
  
• Relevant standards and the key information contained for successful screed design/ application.
• Screed placement and testing.
• Screed types commonly available in the UK and properties. 
• Advantages of fast track screeds.

• UK & international case studies.

AVOIDING CERAMIC TILING FAILURES

• How to avoid ceramic tiling failures by specifying the correct material in line with tiling requirements.
• Background preparation.
  

• The correct adhesives and grout choices.
• Jargon busting common terminology.
• Reviewing BS and EN standards. 

• UK & international case studies.

LARGE FORMAT PORCELAIN INSTALLATION

• Understanding of the adhesives and fixing methods used to ensure a solid bed fixing are paramount.
• Understanding the difficulties faced and the solutions required.

RENDER PROTECTED EWI

• An overview of the different types of renders discussing the various types of topcoats maintenance & cleaning of systems. 
• Repainting EWI systems.

RESIN FLOORING IN COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL AREAS

• The eight types of resin systems as defined by FERFA.
• The criteria which must be considered when specifying resin flooring products.
• A discussion of approved documents and associated standards.
• Slip resistance requirements and how they can be met. 
• Applications for different environments.
• Cleaning, repair & maintenance of resin flooring

STRUCTURAL STRENGTHENING

• Technologies available using FRP's to strengthen structures made from concrete, masonry and timber.
• How the materials are manufactured. 
• Benefits and advantages of using these systems rather than traditional materials. 
• Design guidance available. 
• UK & international case studies. 

SPECIFYING FLOORING SOLUTIONS

• Sub-floor preparation required for a successful flooring installation.
• Review of the current standards and guidance for specifying the floor finish and performance.
• Screed placement and testing. 
• Screed types commonly available in the UK and properties. 
• Advantages of fast track screeds. 
• Types of self-levelling and micro-cement floor toppings.
• How the materials are applied and the different finishes that can be achieved. 

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