Design prediction of wind-induced building motion
There are sometimes significant discrepancies between the predicted and actual building sway in taller buildings. A new study aims to develop an improved methodology for wind design of buildings.
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Lintels and beams calculator
By David Hindley – 1 February 2009, Build 110
An online calculator has replaced the paper version of the BRANZ Guide to lintels and beams.
Ventilation drying in cavities
By Mark Bassett – 1 February 2009, Build 110, Feature article
Recent BRANZ research has shed new light on how evaporative drying in wall cavities depends on cavity dimensions, vent sizes and climate.
Simple house construction
By Duncan Joiner – 1 October 2009, Build 114
One government initiative to improve the affordability of homes has been the development of the ‘Simple house construction’ compliance document.
What is double glazing?
By Allan Sage – 1 February 2009, Build 110
Increasing use of double glazing is creating some challenges for the building industry, but knowing its special characteristics helps understand some of its limitations.
NZS 3604 review preparation
By Roger Shelton – 1 August 2009, Build 113
The current technical review of our timber-framed building standard is limited by the rapid rate of change still occurring in the industry.
Getting the substrate right
By Trevor Pringle – 1 April 2009, Build 111
For membrane roofing systems, the installation and quality of the substrate is critical to the performance of the membrane.
Out of sight but front of mind
By Trevor Pringle – 1 August 2009, Build 113, Feature article
The selection and maintenance of building elements and materials is one situation where out of sight should not be out of mind. In many situations, corrosion and deterioration may be occurring that is difficult to detect or see.
