Thursday Online Technical Seminars
Join us online on Thursday for a focused series of one-hour technical seminars designed to support the window and door industry through today’s evolving regulatory landscape.
Kicking off with the fundamentals — Documents A, B, and C — this series explains the ABC of Compliance, covering:
A: Structural Safety
B: Fire Protection
C: Environmental Performance
Booking Link: Book next course 6th November
These are not only essential regulations but also the building blocks for understanding broader requirements across the built environment. Whether you're specifying, fabricating, or designing, these sessions aim to equip you with the insight needed to raise standards, grow your business, and stay compliant.
Register your interest in our CPD Programme and take the opportunity to interact with our Architectural Advisors to explore design solutions, technical insights, and best practices. Preferred CPD Content: Select topics that best suit your interests or project needs. Arrange Meetings: Schedule 1:1 or 1:N sessions with our Architectural Advisors to discuss specific topics in more detail.
Contact Architectural Advisor Team for info
Email Link aa@smartsystems.co.uk
Forms Link: Smart CPD Program register general interest
Booking Link: Book next course 6th November
A | Building Regulations Document A |
This session provides a focused overview of the structural requirements related to windows and doors, as outlined in Building Regulations Document A. We will explore the calculation of site-specific wind load using Annex A of BS 6375-1, as well as the application of barrier load provisions for critical locations such as balconies and low-level openings. The seminar will examine the practical implications of these calculations for aluminium systems, helping attendees ensure structural compliance from design through to installation. | |
| B | Building Regulations Document B: |
Focused on the key fire safety provisions impacting window and door design, this session interprets Building Regulations Document B through the lens of recent regulatory changes. Topics include updates to egress window requirements, the prohibition on combustible materials in relevant buildings, and performance criteria for smoke vents and fire-rated windows. The seminar offers practical guidance for achieving compliance with evolving fire safety expectations, while balancing material specification and design intent. | |
| C | NOVEMBER Building Regulations and Document C: |
This session considers the environmental and moisture protection principles of Building Regulations Document C as they relate to window and door assemblies. Areas of focus include BS 6375-1 performance classifications, specification of drainage pathways, and the weather-tight integration of frames with adjacent building elements. We will also address the importance of low threshold design and pressure moderation equations to ensure effective moisture resistance and thermal integrity in line with regulatory demands. | |
| FLO | Building Regulations and Document FLO |
The Government is expected to publish the final Future Homes Standard (FHS) and associated Approved Documents in December 2025, with legislation due to come into effect in December 2026. A 12-month transitional period will follow, meaning all new homes started from December 2027 must comply with the new standard. Join us to stay ahead of the curve and ensure your projects and products are future-ready. Booking details to follow |