By Greg Overton
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1 December 2009, Build 115
The many examples of rotting parapets have raised concerns about the details used. A 2-year BRANZ project assessing the performance of parapet walls provides confidence that parapets can manage water when E2/AS1 details are used.
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By Nick Marston
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1 December 2009, Build 115
BRANZ recently completed research looking at the durability of wall underlays to address anecdotal reports of disintegration of some underlays several years ago.
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By Lisa French
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1 December 2009, Build 115, Feature article
Heat pump efficiency depends on many factors, from climate to operating characteristics, so it’s worth doing your homework before you buy.
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By Lynda Amitrano
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1 December 2009, Build 115, Feature article
Sustainability is a word we hear all the time, but what does it really mean for the building industry?
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By Andrew Pollard
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1 December 2009, Build 115, Feature article
Despite people’s reluctance to install solar water heaters, a well installed system can now achieve reliable performance levels with savings of around 75% on water heating.
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