132nd Edition – Zak World of Façades Saudi Arabia

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132nd Edition – Zak World of Façades Saudi Arabia

edition

132

Date

03 October 2023

Venue

The Ritz-Carlton

City

Jeddah

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About this edition

This will be the 132nd edition globally and the 3rd edition in Jeddah which will showcase sustainable innovations and challenges in the construction industry pertaining to the building envelope and will also display latest technological solutions.

Speakers & Panelists

Conference Agenda

Every speaker for the day, grouped by session. Select a topic to see who is presenting, the session focus and the talk points.

Session 1

Session 2

Session 3

08:00 — 08:50

Topic

Delegate Registration

08:50 — 09:00

Topic

Welcome Address

09:00 — 09:25

Tarek Shuaib

CEO

Pace

Topic

55 Years of Responsive Façade Design

Talk points

Vernacular Architecture: Facades responding to hot climate

Façade Tectonics: Using materiality to create a sense of belonging

Effective strategies for creating energy efficient building façades

09:25 — 09:40

Khaled Raslan

Senior Manager - MENA & GCC Region

Vitro Architectural Glass

Topic

Taking a “Look” at Glass Distortion

Talk points

What is an optical distortion?

What causes the reflective image distortion in IGU units?

How to lessen the degree of glass optical distortion?

09:40 — 10:05

Robert-Jan van Santen

Technical Director

VS-A

Topic

Paradigm Shifts

Talk points

Brises-soleil optimization: Innovative strategies to control heat gain and reduce cooling and heating loads for glazed and opaque areas

Ublo & UFO: reducing carbon footprint with innovations in frameless and ventilation windows

Bespoke window design: Blending tradition and contemporary architecture for KSA

10:05 — 10:20

Jeff Dibdin

International Account Manager

A. Proctor Group

Topic

Condensation and Airtight Solutions for Façades

Talk points

The problem

The theory

The solution

10:20 — 10:40

Topic

Networking Tea / Coffee Break

10:40 — 11:05

Hassan Waked

President's Consultant | Design Director

Zuhair Fayez Partnership

Topic

Fusion of Form and Function: The Role of Aesthetic Façades in Building Function

Talk points

How the architecture and façade of a building can support its primary function

The effect of materials, shapes, and colours on the final form

11:05 — 11:20

Oliver Rohde

Managing Director

seele Middle East

Topic

Worldwide Masterpieces in 3D Geometrics

Talk points

Designing complex façades in steel and 3D-shaped glass

Precision in engineering and manufacturing

11:20 — 11:40

Benjamin Beer

Managing Director

Werner Sobek Dubai

Topic

Human Centric Design – Façade & Glass Engineering and Research To Enhance Human Wellbeing

Talk points

Light and effect on human beings

Glass spectral transmittance and solar control/low-e glass coatings typical in the Middle East

Solar spectrum required for human circadian rhythm

Research & new glass products for human centric design and to reduce risk of sick building syndrome

11:40 — 11:55

Kelvin Tan

Managing Director - MEIA

CoxGomyl

Topic

BMU as a Primary System for Façade Access

Talk points

Digitalization of façade equipment

Total cost of ownership and after sales support

Safety enhancement on façade access systems

11:55 — 12:25

Markus Pfisterer

Associate Partner

GMP Architects

Topic

Façades in Stadium Architecture – From the Past to the Future

Talk points

Stadium façade design development in architectural history

Function, construction and aesthetic of a stadium façade

Examples of the façade designs in the architecture of gmp

12:25 — 13:30

Topic

Networking Lunch Break

13:30 — 13:50

Osama Abbas

Chief Executive Officer

IBECE Group

Topic

Façades – Rethinking Energy Efficiency

Talk points

Factors impacting efficiency and influencing the energy performance of building façades

Façade energy saving potential assessment

Analyzing the energy-conscious design of the SABIC Headquarters

13:50 — 14:10

Abdullah Faza

Director of Fire & Life Safety - Middle East

AESG

Topic

Façade Fire Safety for Existing Buildings - Global Best Practices

Talk points

Ways to assess existing building façades to ensure it complies with regulation

Assessing risks and mitigation of risks

Consideration of global best practices, including the PAS9980 methodology

14:10 — 14:25

Ben Runhaar

Product & Marketing Manager

AGC Chemicals Europe

Rami Bou Chakra

Market Manager

AGC Fire Rated Glass - GCC & Egypt

Topic

Specialized Products for the Architectural World

Talk points

LUMIFLON: Fluorinated resin for ultradurable coatings, passing the highest standards

Fluon ETFE Film: setting the standard for light weight architectural roof and façade films

Why choose Pyrobel glass: fire resistance ratings, passive fire protection, and warranty

14:25 — 14:40

Khalid Shamlawi

Regional Specifications Manager - MEIA

Jotun Powder Coatings

Topic

Setting the Standard for Architectural Powder Coatings in the Middle East

Talk points

Introduction about QMEA and Qualicoat

Highlights and importance of Qualicoat and different classes

Importance of sea-side application

14:40 — 15:20

Moderator

Mohamed El Khatib

Architect | Construction Manager

Andalusia Group

Panelist

Ibrahim Abdallah

General Manager

Cube Metal Industries

Panelist

Kevin Meli

Operations Manager

Emaar Sky Co.

Panelist

Nady Tanas

Lead Façade Engineer

WSP

Topic

Panel Discussion: Addressing Construction Project Delays in the GCC

Talk points

What are the primary reasons for project delays in our industry?

Addressing the divergent perspectives of key stakeholders throughout the construction cycle, spanning from design to handover

How can we enhance the process to better serve the end-user?

Session summary

Mohamed El Khatib

15:20 — 15:25

Topic

Vote of Thanks & End of the Conference

15:25 — 16:00

Topic

Post Event Networking

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