HARD METALS TRAINING 2012

From 1^st January 2012, hard metals training courses will incorporate both copper and zinc detailing with instructors explaining and demonstrating the similarities in – and differences between – each metal when setting out and installing.

During the third quarter 2012, it is planned to introduce stainless steel detailing on the same basis.

Individual instruction is available at Basic and Intermediate levels and from 1^st July 2012 Advanced level training will also be available which will primarily focus on curved and heritage work

Each course is over 5 days and will be delivered at the LSA Roof Training Centre at East Peckham, near Tonbridge, Kent. All tools and equipment are provided and local B&B accommodation is available.

Course Fees

FTMRC Members £495.00 + VAT

Non Members £545.00 + VAT

Course Dates

16^th – 20^th January

6^th – 10^th February

12^th – 16^th March

23^rd – 27^th April

28^th May – 1^st June

9th – 13^th July

6^th – 10^th August

17^th – 21^st September

8^th – 12th October

5^th – 9^th November

Further details and booking forms are available from the FTMRC tel 01342 301627 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Zinc Training Courses

March 16-18
May 18-20
July 20-22
Sep 21-23
Nov 16-18

Basic Level

Soldering techniques
Theoretical presentaion and approach to standing seams
Installation and crimping of standing seam trays
Eaves and ridge finishing (basic technique using saddle piece)
Finishing a chimney detail with soldering
Installation of a verge with capping or fascia
Bay end detailing
Intermediate Level
Review of soldering techniques
Hips
Valleys
Chimney with U-section
Ventilation pipe
Alternatives for ridge and end finishing (curved, pinched seam, etc)

Advanced Level

Dormer, curved and square
Swept ends
Supplementary detailing
For a booking form to register for any of the above course dates and for further information, contact the FTMRC on 01342 301627 or by Emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
The courses will mostly be at basic level, although more advanced training will be provided, subject to demand.
Course content will generally include:

The FTMRC is now providing a programme of training courses in traditional hard metals at the new Metal Roof Academy at the Building Crafts College in Stratford, East London.

Using a customised facility incorporating life size rigs and roof models, each course lasts three days and is open to both members and non members of the FTMRC.

The courses are delivered by experienced trainers from the leading European manufacturers of the base metal product and all materials, tools and equipment are provided

Further details are available from the FTMRC (tel) 01342 301627 (fax) 01342 303200 (Email) This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it