All buildings whatever their use must provide protection from the external environment and the requirements of the internal environment will depend upon the intended use of the building. Insulating a building is one of the most cost-effective ways of saving energy and reducing heating and cooling bills. Installation practices and procedures at the construction phase must ensure that the insulation of the building fabric, including details and junctions, meets with the design stage calculations, manufacturer’s guidance and Building Regulations.

This CPD sets out an overview of the factors that need to be taken into account when considering the storage, handling and installation of mineral wool insulation in built-up metal roof and wall cladding systems. The CPD examines the design factors that must be considered when specifying mineral wool insulation including the importance of the accurate calculation of the design lambda values and U-values.

Site considerations, including storage, recovery to manufactured thickness and unpacking are examined. The CPD also includes guidance on both roof and wall installation and standards of workmanship. Adoption by industry of the recommendations outlined in this CPD will lead to better and more consistent standards of metal roofing and cladding construction.

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Learning objectives:

• Understand the calculations that must be considered at the design stage
• Understand the requirements of the Building Regulations
• Appreciate the significance of the correct handling of insulation on site and how it impacts on the subsequent installation
• Understand the difference between glass wool and rock mineral wool and their respective applications

This CPD has been certified by the CPD Certification Service as conforming to continuing professional development principles. You can download a copy of the certificate here