What’s behind timber strength and stiffness?
There is much discussion as to how ‘strong’ timber is today and it may be time to reassess how timber is graded. Andrew King looks at the two main methods of grading timber.
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By Andrew King – 1 February 2003, Build 74
There is much discussion as to how ‘strong’ timber is today and it may be time to reassess how timber is graded. Andrew King looks at the two main methods of grading timber.
By Dael Climo – 1 December 2015, Build 151
New Zealand could emulate Scandinavia and create a first-world economy on the back of value-added timber products. That’s the dream of one entrepreneur who has banked on a product that helps.
By David Sharp – 1 October 2013, Build 138
As the emphasis on smarter, quicker building grows, a BRANZ-led project to develop a simple lightweight suspended timber floor system is an exciting advance that also proves the value of collaborative effort.
By David Carradine – 1 April 2014, Build 141
The demand for multi-level light timber-frame buildings is increasing, but New Zealand lacks specific design guidelines. The good news is that a BRANZ research project is developing the necessary guide to fill the gap.
By Malcolm McGechie – 1 April 2011, Build 123
The refurbishment of BRANZ’s research site includes construction of the Nikau building, the only major new building in the refurbishment.
By David Carradine – 1 October 2018, Build 168
Survey responses have helped BRANZ develop some overdue guidance for light timber-framed (LTF) buildings up to 6 storeys. These are increasingly popular as medium-density housing gains acceptance.
By David Carradine – 1 February 2019, Build 170
BRANZ needs your help to better understand engineered wood product (EWP) use and trends in New Zealand.
By David Hindley – 1 April 2021, Build 183
The move to low-carbon construction is putting a spotlight on the timber industry. How prepared is the industry to meet the demands facing it?
By Catherine Nicholson, Anna Walsh – 1 December 2019, Build 175
As interest in engineered wood products grows in New Zealand, a BRANZ survey examined why and how building professionals are using this modern technology and what future use may be.
By David Carradine – 1 December 2016, Build 157
BRANZ Structural Engineer David Carradine reports on the 14th World Conference on Timber Engineering (WCTE) held in Vienna, Austria, in August.