Meanwhile, the timber frame training course, which takes place on 25th September and 20th November, includes information on Building Regulations, thermal bridging, air tightness, fire safety, acoustic performance and cladding. To book contact the training department on 01494 569620 or email [email protected].

Y-wall can be cut, drilled and nailed to offer a solution for frame and cladding contractors needing a product which has been rigorously tested to suit all construction projects. Read the full story here

The seminar sessions are designed to appeal to everyone interested in timber, but particularly clients, contractors, architects and engineers who are increasingly using more and more wood products throughout the built environment. The Eight Core Themes• Pushing Boundaries: stretching imaginations• Training and Talent: growing your business through people. • Resource: Directors’ briefings• Innovation: designing the future• Engineers and Timber: ingenious structures[…]

TRADA’s ‘Modified Wood Products’ information sheet has recently been updated to help specifiers understand the effects of different types of modification on wood materials.