CPD session overview
In this presentation, we'll explore how aluminium ceilings can mitigate their environmental impact by reducing energy consumption during production and through smart applications that lower a building's operational energy use. We'll highlight aluminium's benefits, examining its properties and its current adverse environmental effects. We'll also discuss how adopting circular economy principles can enhance energy efficiency and identify practical strategies to lower carbon emissions through sustainable aluminium solutions. Join us to discover how aluminium ceilings can support greener building practices and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this presentation, you should be able to:
- Describe the properties and advantages of aluminium in ceiling applications
- Recognise the environmental impacts associated with aluminium use
- Outline how the circular economy contributes to energy efficiency
- Identify strategies for minimising carbon emissions through sustainable aluminium solutions
- AACA competency standard – NSCA performance criteria:
- Practice Management and Professional Conduct – PC3
- Project Initiation and Conceptual Design – PC18, PC28, PC35
Presenters
Steven Fraser
Ceiling Systems Manager
With over fifteen years of experience in manufacturing and construction, Steven specialises in customising ceiling solutions for commercial projects, with expertise in seismic and acoustic ceiling design for infrastructure, healthcare and education projects.
Trained initially in marketing and economics, Steven’s global sailing pursuits led him to craft racing sails before transitioning into manufacturing construction materials. As a certified sailing instructor, Steven excels in simplifying complex concepts, offering accessible insights, and sharing his extensive knowledge of commercial ceiling construction.
Steven has worked on large infrastructure projectsincluding the Nepean and Gosford Hospitals; Sydney Metro Stations at Victoria Cross and Gadigal (Pitt St); and the Meadowbank Education Precinct.
With over fifteen years of experience in manufacturing and construction, Steven specialises in customising ceiling solutions for commercial projects, with expertise in seismic and acoustic ceiling design for infrastructure, healthcare and education projects.
Trained initially in marketing and economics, Steven’s global sailing pursuits led him to craft racing sails before transitioning into manufacturing construction materials. As a certified sailing instructor, Steven excels in simplifying complex concepts, offering accessible insights, and sharing his extensive knowledge of commercial ceiling construction.
Steven has worked on large infrastructure projectsincluding the Nepean and Gosford Hospitals; Sydney Metro Stations at Victoria Cross and Gadigal (Pitt St); and the Meadowbank Education Precinct.
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