By David Hindley
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1 April 2022, Build 189, Feature article
World-class research, award-winning designs and a new mindset are all helping New Zealand manufacturers, architects and designers take a fresh approach to those most fundamental of building materials – concrete, steel and timber.
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By Dr Troy Coyle
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1 April 2022, Build 189, Feature article
Building materials will need to meet stringent low-carbon criteria as governments globally strive to meet climate change targets. The steel industry is bringing in a raft of measures and emphasising steel’s role in the circular economy.
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By Raed El Sarraf
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1 February 2021, Build 182, Feature article
Recent changes to Building Code clause B2 Durability and the issuing of a technical advisory note and model specifications have helped clarify the requirements for structural steel and commonly used coatings.
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By Dr Michail Karpenko
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1 August 2019, Build 173
A research project into the seismic performance of fabricated steel may lead to lower costs and potentially a change in the standard.
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By Alistair Fussell
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1 August 2015, Build 149
Steel is currently enjoying strong demand in construction. Investment in innovative production methods and a modelling tool to match capacity and demand are backing this growth.
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By Alistair Fussell
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1 February 2013, Build 134, Feature article
Exciting new technologies will not only improve the seismic performance of steel construction, they will enable structural elements damaged in a severe earthquake to be easily and affordably replaced.
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By Trevor Pringle
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1 December 2011, Build 127
Steel framing is highly conductive to heat, so thermal breaks must be incorporated to prevent heat loss. But what is a thermal break, and where are they required when using steel framing?
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By Trevor Pringle
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1 October 2011, Build 126
Mild steel structural components exposed to exterior moisture and contaminants, such as salt, need protection to prevent corrosion.
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By Raed El Sarraf
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1 April 2011, Build 123, Feature article
If you can estimate the corrosion rate of a building’s steelwork and specify an appropriate and cost-effective protective coating system, you can maximise the performance of the building.
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By Des Molloy
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1 June 2010, Build 118
Rebar is a vital component of a structure so it is important that people who may work with it understand its nuances and requirements.
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