Window wind zones
Recent changes to NZS 3604:2011 Timber-framed buildings and NZS 4211:2008 Specification for performance of windows has created an inconsistency between wind zones in these standards.
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By John Burgess, John Yolland – 1 April 2012, Build 129
Recent changes to NZS 3604:2011 Timber-framed buildings and NZS 4211:2008 Specification for performance of windows has created an inconsistency between wind zones in these standards.
By Alide Elkink – 1 February 2012, Build 128
A new wind zone category, extra high, has been added in the revised NZS 3604:2011 Timber-framed buildings, and the amended E2/AS1.
By Alide Elkink – 1 February 2012, Build 128
Often wind determines the bracing requirement for timber-framed buildings. We walk through how to find the correct wind zone for a site using NZS 3604:2011.