Adhesive-free buildings: an update on recent research
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Conan O’Ceallaigh and Dan Bradley report on the initial commercialisation of highly densified timber technology.
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Contemporary non-metallic timber connections
In buildings such as swimming pools, grit salt storage facilities and agricultural spaces there is a need for the provision of corrosion-resistant structure. Timber structures are an effective solution in these instances. However, within these structures it is also necessary to use corrosion-resistant connections.
In recent years, interest in...
01/01/2012 | Research Summarie
Timber I-joists: applications and design
Timber I-joists are engineered structural components that are widely used in the UK, particularly as floor joists. Its high strength-to-weight ratio and economy in use of materials make them popular when designing for long-spans and multi-storey structures. I-joists shrink or swell less than solid wood when the ambient conditions change.
13/08/2018
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Specification and use of wood-based panels in exterior situations
Certain types of wood-based panels can be used in demanding exterior situations. However, they must be correctly specified, detailed, installed and maintained, in order to provide the desired performance and service life.
Exterior use covers a wide range of situations. They may be fully exposed to wetting by...
12/04/2017 | Wood Information Sheet
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