The latest ICC Codes are now available. 2021 International Codes Updated codes enhance safety, increase affordability and incorporate the latest advancements in building science The 2021 editions of the I-Codes, the premier set of coordinated, modern building safety codes, are now available for preorder. The...
Research within the construction industry is ongoing and WOBO was pleased to note the collaboration that has taken place between the American Wood Council and ICC. The focus on mass timber construction and the recognition of cross laminated timber and the provisions within existing and...
Sustainability is a key theme but consideration should always be given to the total project from conception through to use and it was interesting to read the “Brilliant Buildings Delivering Sustainability” publication. The introduction by Alasdair Donn, Head of Building Performance, Willmott Dixon providing a...
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...
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...
Modern buildings seek to maximise the inherent properties of the materials used, however, the provision of fire safety often requires those materials to be upgraded to meet the fire resistant time periods specified within the appropriate codes or regulations. The Association for Specialist Fire Protection...
David Gibson, Governor, has identified this publication and believes that this free to download guide will assist in the design, specification and installation of building services penetrations to ensure fire compartmentation is maintained. www.thebesa.com/firestopping The aim of the guide is to encourage all stakeholders in...
Fire is a universal problem and as professionals we need to consider all options to achieve compliance. The FPA New Zealand provides a breadth of supportive documents. The applicable New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) requirements...
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