HTAE will host a construction demonstration day this summer in partnership with leading building materials manufacturer wienerberger UK & Ireland.
The event will take place at HTAE's Construction Centre on Nursery Grove, Hull, and will bring together apprentices, employers, and industry partners to explore sustainable building methods and emerging construction technologies.
Throughout the day, wienerberger’s construction team will deliver live demonstrations of its Eco-Brick and Porotherm systems, giving attendees the opportunity to see modern construction methods in practice.
The event will begin with a morning session for HTAE apprentices, external training providers, and staff, followed by a networking lunch. An afternoon session, running from 1pm to 3pm, will be open to employers, stakeholders, and industry professionals.
The demonstrations will highlight how construction materials and methods are evolving to improve efficiency, sustainability and building performance.
The event will showcase the Eco-Brick and Porotherm systems from wienerberger UK & Ireland. Pictured: the Eco-Brick. Photo courtesy of wienerberger UK & Ireland.
Representatives from wienerberger's solar team will also be in attendance to discuss developments in renewable technologies and their growing role within the construction sector.
The event forms part of HTAE's commitment to ensuring learners gain industry-relevant experience and exposure to current construction practices.
Adam Wilson, Senior Lead Business Development & Contracting , Hull Training and Adult Education said
"Working with industry leaders such as Wienerberger allows us to bring the latest innovations directly into the training environment.
"Events like this help our learners develop their knowledge of modern construction methods while strengthening relationships with employers and industry partners.
"By giving learners access to current practices and emerging technologies, we can help prepare them for successful careers within the sector."
The event has been supported by industry partners Hobson & Porter.
Event details
Date: Thursday 20 August,
Sessions:
- 10am - 12pm - FE Learners & vocational trainers
- 1pm - 3pm - External Stakeholders and companies
Location: The Construction Centre, Nursery Grove, Portobello Street, Hull, HU9 5XT
Employers and external stakeholders interested in attending the afternoon session can book a place via Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/eco-bricks-demonstration-and-training-tickets-1992994930487
FE establishments can register interest via Eco Bricks Demonstration & Training – Fill in form
For more information call 01482 615349 or email business@hullcc.gov.uk