Tall Wood Buildings With Meike Engel & Ornagh Higgins
Release Date: 06/25/2024
Mass Timber 2.0
WoodSolutions Timber Talks
As EWPs in emerging mid-rise markets are maturing, standardised practices are developing. With every year, new learnings are accumulating in the industry. Robbie Svars has 10 years experience and was one of the earliest adopted in Australia. In this episode we talk about the levers to pull in search of cost neutrality & common sense to achieve project objectives. Sometimes a minor change can have a multiple change on cost. Hence understanding these levers can make all of the difference.
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Evolution, Sustainability & Optimisation Of Timber – With Damian Hadley
WoodSolutions Timber Talks
Over the last few decades there has been meaningful change in the design of timber buildings. There are always a few early adopters in each region who are major contributors to the change and Damian Hadley and his team at Cantilever are amongst them. In this episode we have a wide ranging conversation with Damian about the evolution of the industry, sustainability, optimisation & so much more!
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Optimising & Derisking For Project Success
WoodSolutions Timber Talks
Nick Hewson has been involved for over a decade in mass timber projects. The challenges have evolved over the years and the industry has come along way. The focus now moves onto moisture during construction as one of the priorities for derisking projects. In this episode we learn from Nick from his decade of experience and how to make projects successful.
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Installation Lessons Learned – What Works And What Doesn’t With Woody
WoodSolutions Timber Talks
Chris Wood is a GM at StandStruct and one of the most experienced influencer installers of timber buildings globally. In this episode we learn from the range of projects that he's been part of. We discuss the things that have made projects successful, but also the things that make a project the occasional disaster. Woody is an industry legend with a lot to learn from!
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The Vision For WoodSolutions
WoodSolutions Timber Talks
In this episode, we’re joined by Kevin Peachy to discuss the future direction of WoodSolutions and their strategic plan. Kevin introduces himself and his role, then explains what WoodSolutions is and its vision. He outlines the major changes in the new strategic plan compared to previous directions, highlighting the goals and aspirations for the future. We explore the biggest opportunities and megatrends in the timber industry, discussing how WoodSolutions plans to capitalize on them. Kevin elaborates on strategies to boost timber competency across the built environment,...
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Building Extensions - The Optoppen Project
WoodSolutions Timber Talks
We're in a time of rapid innovation in urban development, driven by the need for sustainable use of space. Today, we're chatting with Kelly Harrison from Whitby Wood. Kelly introduces herself and her role, then delves into the Optoppen Project's mission to transform urban spaces using rooftop extensions. She highlights the benefits of building extensions, such as space optimization and energy efficiency. We discuss the untapped value on rooftops and address concerns about the structural integrity of existing buildings, examining the reliability of data and drawings. Kelly also...
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Advanced BIM & Best Practice for Mass Timber Projects
WoodSolutions Timber Talks
In this episode, we’re joined by Franco Piva to discuss advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) and its importance in mass timber projects. Franco introduces himself and his role in the timber industry. He explains advanced BIM management, highlighting the difference between effective and poor practices. Franco discusses who ensures proper BIM management and the roles of suppliers and engineers in the process. Franco shares keys to successful mass timber projects from his experience and offers his vision for the future of the timber industry, including emerging trends...
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Advancements In Structural Modelling Of Timber Buildings With Zhiyong Chen
WoodSolutions Timber Talks
One of the key processes of designing safe & efficient timber buildings is the structural modelling process. However, this does require deep understanding & expertise in order to execute effectively. Timber is a material with very different characteristics to concrete and steel. And in this episode, we're speaking with a world leading expert on this topic Zhiyong Chen, Senior Scientist at FPInnovations about the structural modelling of timber buildings.
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Keys To Driving Productivity Of Mass Timber Buildings With Dean Lewis
WoodSolutions Timber Talks
We're experiencing a time of fast innovation and growth in the timber industry, driven by the megatrend of decarbonization. Today, we're lucky to be speaking with Dean Lewis, Director of Mass Timber From Skanska. In this episode, we explore the potential of a mass timber program, discuss key conversations needed at the start of projects, and discuss the most exciting developments in mass timber globally. Dean also highlights recent innovations and shares insights on the future of the mass timber industry.
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Understanding The Insurance Process for Timber Buildings
WoodSolutions Timber Talks
In this episode, we dive into the intricacies of insuring mass timber projects with Michael Hastings from M.D. Hastings Risk Consulting. Michael provides valuable insights into how the insurance market operates, the current availability of insurers for mass timber buildings, and the unique challenges that these innovative structures present in terms of insurance. He offers practical advice on achieving the best coverage and price in today’s market, explores ways to improve the insurability of mass timber buildings, and discusses how the industry can handle major innovations on the horizon....
info_outlineAs mass timber continues to innovate the construction industry, it brings both challenges and groundbreaking advancements. In this episode, I sit down with Meike Engel and Ornagh Higgins from Aspect Structural Engineers. They share their extensive experience with tall mass timber projects, discussing key lessons learned, optimal building systems, and the integration of mass timber with concrete and steel. We delve into optimizing design programs for efficiency and explore the promising future of mass timber construction. Join us to gain insights from these industry leaders on navigating and shaping the evolving landscape of mass timber.