🚨 Exciting Update from Timber Unlimited 🚨 One of our high-priority projects was the development and provision of up-to-date fire engineering design and construction guidance for mass timber and timber hybrid buildings in accordance with the NZ Building Code. Carried out by a highly experienced group of authors with diverse expertise across the building and construction sector, this initiative aimed to remove uncertainty and clarify the design and consenting process for timber buildings across New Zealand. Our interim output in 2023 was the publication of the “Mass Timber Guidance Document—Recommended Supplement to C/AS2 and C/VM2”, which can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gNSBZJJF Now, we're thrilled to announce the release of the final output from this project. The document "Fire Safety in Multi-storey Mass Timber Structures - New Zealand Commentary to the Global Design Guide" is now available for download as a draft for public comment via our website: https://lnkd.in/gBNru4ww It’s important to note that this NZ Commentary is designed to complement the "Fire Safe Use of Wood – Global Design Guide", which can be accessed here: https://lnkd.in/eB8UtFqw To everyone who generously volunteered their time to this project, including the authors, co-authors, colleagues, stakeholders, and the organisations that made significant in-kind contributions, your efforts have been instrumental in making this important project happen. We sincerely thank you.
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Timber Unlimited, formerly Timber Design Centre, is a collective of experts from across the value chain, leveraging established relationships with wood processors, design professionals, builders, QS, engineers, and others. We work collaboratively, facilitating connections and channelling expertise from across the sector. We were founded to encourage and facilitate the use of timber in the design and construction of all building and infrastructure projects. Our particular focus is on the commercial, industrial, public, and multi-story sectors. We are focused on championing timber to build a better future for New Zealand by: • Enabling New Zealand to embrace low-carbon timber construction. • Demonstrating timber as a practical, sustainable and viable construction material for New Zealand. • Accelerating the uptake of timber in construction relative to alternative materials Providing an innovative and inspiring resource to help the industry unlock the potential of timber. As New Zealand's go-to timber resource, we provide all the timber design information and knowledge in one place, empowering the industry to build better. Everything we do is to minimise the time and cost of gaining the capability, competence and confidence to find new ways of building with timber. Whoever you are across the timber and construction value chain and wherever you are on your timber learning journey, we are here to inspire you with the endless possibilities of timber in the built environment. The Timber Unlimited was founded by: • Wood Processors and Manufacturer’s Association (WPMA) • New Zealand Timber Design Society (TDS) • BRANZ • Scion We are here to support anyone in the sector: architects, designers, engineers, developers, builders, building owners, council planners and consenters, students and researchers. Learn more at timberunlimited.co.nz
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https://timberunlimited.co.nz/
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- 2022
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🛑 For those who missed the news, we recently completed our highest-priority project: developing up-to-date fire engineering design and construction guidance for mass timber and timber hybrid buildings as per the NZ Building Code (details below). 🚨 Don’t miss our upcoming webinar with Robert Finch and Andy Buchanan on Thursday, 17 October, when they will discuss the now available 'New Zealand Commentary on the Global Design Guide on Fire-Safe Use of Wood in Buildings' document. The commentary supports the Timber Unlimited Recommendations to Supplement C/AS2 and C/VM2, published in 2023. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gx9fyzU3
🚨 Exciting Update from Timber Unlimited 🚨 One of our high-priority projects was the development and provision of up-to-date fire engineering design and construction guidance for mass timber and timber hybrid buildings in accordance with the NZ Building Code. Carried out by a highly experienced group of authors with diverse expertise across the building and construction sector, this initiative aimed to remove uncertainty and clarify the design and consenting process for timber buildings across New Zealand. Our interim output in 2023 was the publication of the “Mass Timber Guidance Document—Recommended Supplement to C/AS2 and C/VM2”, which can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gNSBZJJF Now, we're thrilled to announce the release of the final output from this project. The document "Fire Safety in Multi-storey Mass Timber Structures - New Zealand Commentary to the Global Design Guide" is now available for download as a draft for public comment via our website: https://lnkd.in/gBNru4ww It’s important to note that this NZ Commentary is designed to complement the "Fire Safe Use of Wood – Global Design Guide", which can be accessed here: https://lnkd.in/eB8UtFqw To everyone who generously volunteered their time to this project, including the authors, co-authors, colleagues, stakeholders, and the organisations that made significant in-kind contributions, your efforts have been instrumental in making this important project happen. We sincerely thank you.
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💥 👉 Don't miss your last chance to be part of the Timber Bridge Conference 2025 - the deadline for abstract submissions has been extended to Tuesday, 10 September 2024 👈 💥
𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗕 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗭𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱. Don't miss your chance to be part of the Timber Bridge Conference 2025 in stunning Rotorua, New Zealand! We are seeking abstracts that push the boundaries of timber bridge engineering, design, and sustainability. Whether you are a researcher, designer, engineer, architect, manufacturer or constructor, this is your opportunity to share your expertise with a global audience. 📅 Deadline for abstract submissions: 10th September 2024 🎯 Key themes - Innovative Timber Bridge Design - Sustainable Construction Techniques - Case Studies & Lessons Learned - Emerging Materials & Technologies Join the ICTB 2025 in shaping the future of timber bridges! Submit your abstract today and be part of this exciting event. https://lnkd.in/gi5xxwbj #TimberEngineering #TimberBridges #Conference
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Big news: you can now design with Eurotec screws on the CLT Toolbox Platform for Europe & Australian New Zealand 🤝! EuroTec GmbH is a leader in high-tech connection solutions that empower the mass timber industry. Eurotec manufactures its own fasteners in Hagen, Germany, and distributes them worldwide. As a leader in fastening technology, Eurotec provides high-quality, innovative solutions specifically tailored for timber structures. Their expertise and commitment to sustainability make them the ideal partner as we expand our offerings in the mass timber sector. In February, we shared on LinkedIn our plans to focus on connection designs, and Joern Rueschenschmidt has been instrumental in driving this partnership to fruition. Ringo Thomas had the privilege of visiting Eurotec's factory, where he met key team members and built the beginning of a long term relationship for a thriving partnership. Together, we're committed to expanding the mass timber market. Eurotec is a powerhouse in connection production, offering a comprehensive range of fastening systems for timber and concrete construction. Their dedication to quality and innovation ensures that all products are ETA-certified, aligning perfectly with our goals. With Eurotec screws now integrated into our platform, engineers can design with precision, adhering to the specific ETAs of each screw type. Our platform includes the full range of Eurotec screws, making it easier than ever to incorporate them into your projects. We'd like to also extend our thanks to Rodrigo, Musaab & Ömer who helped with software reviews & the integration of the products. Engineers can now design with Eurotec screws on the CLT Toolbox platform today! #eurotec #clttoolbox #structuralengineering #masstimber
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Register for Free Webinar // How to get the most out of CLT Toolbox platform Thu, 29 Aug // 12pm - 1pm Register here: https://lnkd.in/gX4XWP45 Recently, CLT Toolbox launched a free version in New Zealand in partnership with Timber Unlimited and The Timber Design Society. CLT Toolbox is an innovative new software platform that makes mass timber design accessible to all engineers. The platform aims to expand and advance the mass timber industry by simplifying the process. In this webinar, Adam will demonstrate how to utilise the CLT Toolbox platform for real-life scenarios, including: ➡ Designing dowel connections for lateral bracing elements ➡ Designing screw connections for floor elements ➡ Designing member components such as CLT floors and GLT beam penetrations ➡ And more
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The TDS & SESOC Timber Design Seminar Series just weeks away! TDS are excited to be on the road with SESOC and bringing Andy Van Houtte and Bjørn Stankowitz to a centre near you. Locations and Dates: Nelson - 22 July Wellington - 23 July Christchurch - 24 July Tauranga - 26 July Queenstown - 29 July Auckland - 31 July Check out the attached e-brochure for more details and register here: https://lnkd.in/g9baCGnm
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Hey engineers, did you miss this exciting news? ⬇ 👏 Advanced design software is now available. Advanced design software modules developed by CLT Toolbox and made available by Timber Unlimited are now available to the New Zealand engineering community! The software is tailored to the unique needs of structural engineers in New Zealand and will help to implement the new Timber Structures Standards (NZS AS 1720.1:2022) effectively. ❗Start using the new software today! https://lnkd.in/gC5ugMWB #TimberDesign #Engineering #structuralengineering
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Exciting news for engineers in New Zealand! ⬇ 👏 Advanced design software is now available. Earlier this year, Timber Unlimited and CLT Toolbox announced the development of advanced software design modules. Today, we are thrilled to announce that the software is now available—and at no cost! These modules are tailored to the unique needs of structural engineers in New Zealand, addressing the complexities of the new Standard NZS AS 1720.1:2022. They streamline intricate design processes, empowering engineers with the tools to create sustainable, resilient timber structures. 👉 Discover more about this innovative collaboration and start using the new software today: https://lnkd.in/gC5ugMWB 👉 Hear from Bjørn Stankowitz, Timber Unlimited’s Technical Manager, in the video below to learn more about the partnership and the software’s helpful features. #TimberDesign #Engineering #structuralengineering
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International Conference on Timber Bridges (ICTB) 2025 - Call for abstracts This is a reminder to submit your extended abstract for the ICTB 2025. The deadline for abstract submissions is Friday 19 July 2024! Submissions of papers to the conference will initially be a two-page abstract for review. Authors will be asked to nominate one or more of the following themes: - Structural design of timber bridges - Sustainability & environmental impact - On-site construction of timber bridges - Maintenance, assessment and monitoring of existing or historical bridges - Railway bridges, or slow traffic timber bridges - Shared user timber bridges for pedestrian and/or cyclists - Materials, surfaces, and durability - Architecture and aesthetics of timber bridges https://lnkd.in/egkkRSSd Please share this with your network! Hosted by NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi and New Zealand Timber Design Society. Thanks to our sponsors Aurecon, SPAX Pacific, WIDE Trust. Let us know if you are interested in a sponsorship opportunity
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⚠ NEW TECH NOTE ALERT ⏩ ⏩ ⏩ Basic density, oven-dry density, nominal density, test density, characteristic density; what do they all mean and which should I use? The latest Technical Note from Timber Design Society and Timber Unlimited is here to help you answer these questions. Download it here: https://lnkd.in/g9UZB2qf Timber is a hygroscopic material which means it takes on and releases moisture in response to changes in the atmospheric and environmental conditions that it's in. Consequently, the mass (and volume) of a given piece of timber can change depending on its moisture content at any given time. Additionally, there are various Standards for measuring and reporting timber density. It is, therefore, critically important that you use the correct density for the design or specification task you may have in hand. This new Tech Note demystifies the density terminology and associated Standards and provides guidance on what density you should use for specific purposes. Don't forget, we also have two other tech notes available for you, for free - check them out here: https://lnkd.in/da2TvgRx As always, your feedback via the Timber Unlimited website is welcome.
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