Passivhaus Design Principles in Commercial Construction
Introduction
The Australian Building Sector is under scrutiny from both government and clientele concerning the use of materials in construction. Askins presentation on the requirements for External Walls and Facades will give architects, designers and specifiers an understanding of the compliance needed now, and into the future. Specifiers will have an understanding of what a system needs to meet the performance requirements for Fire, Thermal, Structure, Weatherproofing and Thermal Bridging.
Biography
Jason has over 25 years successful experience in the architectural specification space across a broad range of projects and industry segments that are found across Australia. He is passionate about matching the right technical building materials with the architect's project specification requirements and budget for all building types and applications. He is experienced with providing solutions from foundations through to Roofing, Facades, Acoustics, FRL and Interior fit outs. Jason is experienced with delivering CPD’s, product presentations, project meetings and industry presentations. His experience on construction sites as a qualified carpenter compliments his meaningful engagement with architects focusing on achieving their architectural intent and priorities with NCC compliant systems.
At the end of the presentation, attendees will be able to understand:
- Explain when a non-combustible material is required in external walls and facades
- Explain what constitutes an external wall
- Articulate the differences in the types of fire test under the NCC
- Explain the difference between flammability & combustibility
- Understand design considerations concerning fire performance
- Articulate the importance of DTS Vs Performance solution incorporating FM
