timber – South African Builder

Potential of timber construction top of mind at annual Wood Conference

Potential of timber construction top of mind at annual Wood Conference The 8th annual Wood Conference, well-respected knowledge platform for architects, engineers, quantity surveyors and timber experts, took place in February at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. With attendance having grown tenfold since its inception in 2011, this year’s event, themed ‘Fascination Wood’, brought […]

Timber roof trusses and fire regulations

Timber roof trusses and fire regulations While there are a few misconceptions around the fire performance of timber, structural timber for roofing is both commonplace and performs well under fire conditions. As with every aspect of building, timber roof trusses must be manufactured and erected in line with the National Building Regulations and SANS 10400, […]