Acoustics: Failures in Buildings

In this webinar, Ros will examine the most common causes of acoustic failure in residential and commercial developments. Drawing on real-world investigations and dispute-resolution work, she will explore how problems arise, the parties that may contribute to them, and the evidence required to establish causation.

Hawkins Hong Kong Drinks Reception 2026

Hawkins are delighted to invite our clients and colleagues to our Evening Drinks Reception at Cooshti Quarry Bay

Air Source Heat Pumps: Managing Noise in London

We will examine the principal noise issues associated with ASHP installations and the acoustic assessments commonly required to support planning applications. Particular focus will be given to London borough requirements, the application of BS 4142:2014+A1:2019, and the differing approaches adopted by local authorities.

Frozen Pipes: Common Beliefs Vs Reality

In this webinar, Dr Amir Hajdaei will explore how and why pipe freezing continues to occur despite the presence of precautions such as pipe insulation and active central heating.

Oil Leaks, Soil Escapes and Pipework Failure: A Forensic Engineering Perspective

In this webinar, Dr Eleanor Jay, will explore how failures associated with oil bearing systems and drainage infrastructure can give rise to contamination events.

Pressing Matters… Press Fittings: Risks, Failures and Forensic Investigation

In this webinar, Principal Associate Steve Scott will provide an overview of press fittings, including their common applications within building services systems.

Feeling the Pressure: When Overpressure Protection Fails

In this webinar, Sam A’Court explores how and why overpressure conditions arise in both domestic plumbing and industrial process systems, and why approaches that work in one environment don’t always translate to the other.

Dark as a Dungeon: Forensic Insights into Damp Diagnosis

In this webinar, Forensic Investigator Sam Morley will explore common causes of damp that arise independently of plumbing failures, and why these are often overlooked.

When Systems Freeze: Hidden Risks Beyond Cold Weather

David’s webinar explores less obvious freeze risks affecting commercial pipe installations such as frost coils, heat pumps, and complex building services.

Forensic Investigation of Materials & Mechanical Failures in MENA

Mechanical Engineer Dr. Tom Peat presents Hawkins’ forensic capabilities in MENA, focusing on materials and mechanical failures in legal and insurance cases.