CPD PROVIDERS Paroc pipework insulation products and solutions Phone: John Watt, national specification manager HVAC systems +44(0)7488 305 118 Email: john.watt@owenscorning.com Web: www.paroc.co.uk Pipework As part of its increasing presence in the UK and desire to engage further with the specification community, Paroc is offering three approved CPD presentations that can be held at your offices or via Skype or Microsoft Teams: HVAC services pipework insulation Aims to give the delegate increased knowledge and confidence in asking the correct questions when choosing appropriate insulation to suit a projects needs. Topics include: standards and quality; Breeam; fire; corrosion; legionella; and calculating thicknesses. Pipe insulation thicknesses Aims to enable the delegate to authoritatively calculate HVAC services insulation thicknesses in greater depth, based on the relevant standards. It also gives guidance on how to deal with bespoke situations. Topics include: standards; thermal conductivity; interpreting BS5422; manufacturers tables; calculating bespoke thicknesses; and custom insulation products entry. HVAC duct insulation thermal, acoustic and fire A guide through ductwork insulation topics such as applicable British standards, thermal conductivity, fire issues and acoustic issues. Topics include: introduction to ductwork insulation; thermal and condensation insulation; deriving thermal insulation thicknesses; acoustic insulation, sound absorption and reduction; and fire insulation, materials and construction ratings. Socomec critical systems applications Phone: 01285 86 33 00 Email: info.uk@socomec.com Web: www.socomec.co.uk/continuingprofessional-development_uk.html Electrical The updating of skills and knowledge is critical in keeping abreast of industry changes, maintaining professional competence and ensuring that qualifications do not become obsolete. Socomec offers seven comprehensive CPD seminars, delivered by highly experienced critical system application engineers. Seminars are hosted online via Microsoft Teams and can accommodate from four to 40 participants. Each seminar takes around one hour, and participants will receive an individual presentation and a certificate on completion. The CPD seminar topics include: General introduction to UPS system Energy management The benefits of modular UPS systems Power quality monitoring: causes, The benefits of lithium ion batteries in UPS application effects and solutions Fire standards in relation to transfer switches. Automatic transfer switch essentials Spirax Sarco steam solutions, carbon reduction and energy efficiency Email: Daniel Wells, national consultant specialist, UK.Enquiries@uk.spiraxsarco.com Web: www.spiraxsarco.com/uk Heating Spirax Sarco offers a range of CIBSE-approved CPD sessions covering aspects of the steam and condensate loop. The following CPDs are now available virtually contact the company to discuss requirements: Steam fundamentals A broad, basic entry-level presentation giving an introduction to, and overview of, the physical properties of steam, why it is widely used as a heat transfer medium, and typical applications Basic design considerations Design of systems, good working practice, and differences with other media Steam and heat exchange The benefits of using steam for heat exchange applications, how fully packaged instantaneous plate heat exchanger systems operate, and their benefits Steam trapping The importance of trapping steam, steam trap types and operating principles Condensate management Sizing, layout of condensate lines; design considerations; condensate pumping Steam quality Different steam conditions and typical applications; feedwater and its impact on steam quality; steam quality and steam purity; design considerations Energy and steam Energy content of steam; using steam efficiently for heat transfer; heat transfer calculations; energy and control comparisons. Toshiba Carrier UK HVAC solutions Phone: Jon Skelding, UK specification manager 07980 756544 Email: jon.skelding@carrier.com Web: www.toshiba-aircon.co.uk/ Air conditioning Toshiba Carrier UK (TCUK) offers three brands providing one total HVAC solution. Toshiba offers direct expansion (DX) air conditioning systems, with a high level of technical features and efficiency across its range of variable rate flow (VRF), split and multi-split systems. Carrier is primarily known for its leadership in chillers and hydronic solutions, and its award-winning technology. CIAT UK completes the line-up with a comprehensive range of airside systems and airside solutions, with the firm aiming to deliver quality and reliability at a competitive price point. TCUK offers a complete range of HVAC products, all backed by technical support and underpinned, TCUK says, by the companys core values: customer service, quality and environmental awareness. Tapping into the knowledge and expertise of these three brands, TCUK is able to offer an extensive range of CPDs covering legislation; application and design; and new technologies and innovations. These courses are delivered by a team of HVAC industry trained sales engineers that provide a professional approach and vast industry knowledge to back up the course material. 82 November 2020 www.cibsejournal.com CIBSE Nov20 pp81-83 CPD Directory 13-21.indd 82 23/10/2020 16:48