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Can Solar Control Glass Be Used to Mitigate the Potential for Over-Heating?

Recent modelling by Jason Quinn of Sustainable Engineering found that improper glass choice and orientation could lead to over 33% increased risk of this specific house design overheating, as evidenced by the graph. What are some options that will reduce the risk of overheating from solar gain?

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25 March 2024
25 September 2023

What to Do With the Overflow?

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In a membrane roof design, the overflow should have the same cross-sectional capacity as the primary outlet and give an early conspicuous warning to the building occupier that maintenance is required. But what about the weeping overflow, or one that activates prematurely?

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21 September 2023

Modelled CCC Data with Matt Curtis

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This month we delve into code completion certificate data with BRANZ Economist, Matt Curtis.

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1 September 2023

Steel vs Concrete in Multi-Storey Construction

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This month I discuss multi-storey construction + we're giving you another chance to WIN with the Medium Quick-Fire Quiz.

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28 August 2023

A Wake Up Call for Upgrading Passive Fire Systems in Our Old Building Stock

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With at least five fatalities, the fire at Loafers Lodge puts the spotlight on the insufficient fire safety systems in our existing building stock. The unfortunate event has resurfaced a systemic problem: Insufficient passive fire protection in older, high occupancy buildings. In this article we want to discuss how a liquid passive fire system, that offers an immediate solution for upgrading buildings can also feed into a long-term solution, adding to resolve the underlying systemic issue.

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28 August 2023

Belowground Waterproofing and Producer Statement Certificates

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A look at the different types of producers statements and how these relate to belowground waterproofing.

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28 August 2023

Why Does Silk Feel So Silky? The Science Behind Soft Touch

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With surfaces you touch a lot, sensory feel can not only make the surface feel better but also look better.

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24 July 2023

The Importance of Passive Fire Protection

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A look at the purposes and four key principles of passive fire protection to effectively contain a fire at its source and prevent the spread of flames and smoke throughout a building, allowing occupants to escape safely.

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24 July 2023

Should all New Houses be Modelled for Thermal Performance? – Part 2

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For housing design and construction is there such a strong link between passive thermal performance, (before heating & cooling appliances are activated), and the embodied carbon content of the dwelling so that these two important design objectives must be locked together in a single analysis?

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24 July 2023

Holistic System Specification

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When selecting passive fire and drainage systems, early engagement to select the right solution can have a profound effect.

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26 June 2023

Optimum Moisture Protection for SIPs Construction

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Like with any external building product that contains timber or absorbent materials, SIPS can be sensitive to moisture.

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