The Leading Edge

The Value of an Architectural Ironmonger

Episode Summary

Why Architectural Ironmongers are crucial to safe functional buildings, and how incoming policy reform makes them more important than ever.

Episode Notes

Technical Director of the GAI, Douglas Masterson, joins host Rachael Bliss (CEO, GAI) to break down in detail the role - and value - of an architectural ironmonger. Discussion points include:

• What an AI actually does and what happens if an AI is not involved in the early stages of building design
• The hot topic of doorsets vs door assemblies and where an AI can help
• How the Grenfell Tower Tragedy has had a huge impact on policy reform, making the AI role even more vital in safety terms
• Why being able to demonstrate and prove competency as a registered AI is about to become more important (and how the GAI can help AI's stay up-to-date)