

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: AECB GM - Fire Toxicity of Construction Products
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: This talk focuses on material composition and fire conditions influence the toxicity of the smoke for a range of construction productsAbout this EventThe rapidly increasing use of plastics in construction has changed the fabric of buildings from essentially non-combustible to one where they contribute to the fire load. When such products burn on a small-scale, they produce mostly carbon dioxide and water, but in larger fires, which are almost always ventilation-controlled, the toxicity of the smoke rapidly increases, dominated by carbon monoxide and hydrogen cyanide. Most fire deaths, and most fire injuries (and all the deaths inside Grenfell Tower) are attributed to inhalation of toxic smoke, yet this is completely unregulated outside the mass transport industries. The talk will describe how the material composition and fire conditions influence the toxicity of the smoke for different ranges of construction products.There will be drinks and nibbles to start and the opportunity to ask questions to our speaker after. Followed by a trip to the pub for people who make it that far.Join us on  Wednesday 25th February 2026 at 16:00 at Manchester Technology Centre (see special entrance directions below) for an exciting evening filled with networking opportunities, informative presentations and discussion about sustainable building practices. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in the industry, this event is a great opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in the AECB Greater Manchester Group.Guest Speakers  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/3aa9ab30-f459-11f0-939d-8d7f4fe5e3ad-rimg-w1200-h411-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Agenda16:00 - Drinks and nibbles16.30 - Presentation from Richard 17:15 –  Q&amp;A17:45 - Close (pub optional)So whether you're a designer, builder, developer or general eco-build enthusiast please join us for this exciting event and help to shape the AECB Greater Manchester.DirectionsEvent located on the second floor of the Manchester Technology Centre. The main entrance to MTC will shut at 5:30pm, after this there will be a side entrance open along Brancaster Road.Ticket pricesOur local group events are free to those with an AECB membership, if you would like to find out more about getting a membership use the following link.Who are the AECB?The AECB (Association for Environment Conscious Building) is a network of individuals and companies with a common aim of promoting sustainable building. Running since the 1980's the AECB are the largest and oldest network for sustainable building.What do the AECB do?The AECB bring together contractors, trades people, self builders, architects, designers, engineers, manufacturers, housing associations, local authorities and academics to help develop, share, train and promote sustainable building best practice. We promote excellence in design and construction.What are the AECB goals?The AECB want to help educate and help effect deep lasting change within the construction industry. We are part of the change to help better our lives (as well as others and the planet) &amp; well being through comfort, health and sustainability in our homes. The AECB is run by its members and is an independent, not for profit organisation.What is the GM Local GroupThe AECB GM Local Group was initially formed from a collaboration between Progress in Practice, Manchester School of Architecture and MMU. The aim of the group is to bring together like minded construction industry professionals in the region within a supportive and progressive environment. There will be opportunities to learn, network and share ideas across a range of topics, all with the aim of furthering our knowledge and skills in environmentally conscious construction. If you'd like to get involved in managing the group and running events please contact the Local Group Leaders who can be found here.
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Manchester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Manchester Technology Centre
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- **full address**: Manchester Technology Centre, Oxford Road, Manchester, United Kingdom

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Progress in Practice - Passivhaus Architects (https://allevents.in/org/progress-in-practice-passivhaus-architects/24165815)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Manchester Technology Centre, Oxford Road, Manchester, United Kingdom
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 5 GBP
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Progress in Practice - Passivhaus Architects
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, health-wellness, trips-adventures
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about AECB GM - Fire Toxicity of Construction Products ?
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