Research is essential to prevent mistakes re-occurring and the British Research Establishment provides evidence of their work following on from the Grenfell Tower fire, London. Octavian Lalu, Senior Fire Safety Scientist at the BRE, has announced that the BRE “state-of-the-art government research programme” regarding the...
Renewable energy and its utilisation is key to the future, its capture involves new techniques and technologies required for the effective installation of equipment, energy capture and distribution. On September 7, 2020, offshore construction works for Wind Farm Fryslân were started by driving the first of 89...
Construction is a risky business. Things can go wrong or very wrong! The issues relating to leaky buildings are often local reflecting environmental conditions. Peter Dyer’s book relates to the issues experienced in New Zealand and the court case which is ongoing. The scale of...
A common problem within the built environment is water penetration, through roofs and balconies, with the associated structural implications. This design guide provides industry support and assists in the inspection process. Through this Design Guide, the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) aims to provide...
WOBO encourages its members and fellow professionals to support the SFPE in the generation of its Engineering Guide to Fire Safety for Very Tall Buildings. SFPE is seeking Public Comments on its Engineering Guide to Fire Safety for Very Tall Buildings (Deadline to submit comments...
The International Building Quality Centre (IBQC) formed an agenda item of a recent virtual conference between WOBO Governors David Gibson, Stephen Jones and Judy Zakreski, Vice President of Global Services ICC. The discussion related to the centre, it’s base at the University of Canberra, and...
Join your colleagues at the first ever digital Tall Building Fire Safety Conference, going live on Wednesday 30 September 2020. This brand-new format makes it easier than ever to hear from high-level international speakers covering the latest building and fire safety legislation from wherever you...
The development of the built environment is about people and their actions. The “Built to Last 2020” conference addresses the here and now best practice with a key focus on resilience. Friday, 30 October 2020 / The Cordis Hotel, 83 Symonds Street, Auckland & Streamed live...
The UK in response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy and Dame Hackitt’s “Building A Safer Future” report is proposing a new Building Safety Bill. This process is complex and the article prepared by LABC Warranty is excellent in providing a focus on the key elements...
WOBO is currently aware of the need to regenerate the construction industry and review activities in the global market. David Gibson identified an article by Turner and Townsend which is made available for your information and consideration Like the rest of the world, COVID-19 has...
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