Both trussed rafters and metal web joists use specially designed lightweight engineered steel plates and webs to form the structural joints between their timber members. When the products are used, precious resources are being maximised …
We are regularly adding to our YouTube portal. This includes videos, not only from the IOC but from our members including Corporate Member MEDITE SMARTPLY who talk about their Sarah Eberle designed sustainability-themed “Building for the Future” garden at …
Conventional flood water management often involves building pipes or drains to carry away water as swiftly as possible, or reinforcing river banks with concrete to ensure they do not overflow.
But a sponge city does the opposite, seeking instead to
Leading figures in the worlds of architecture, property, heritage and the arts have signed an open letter to the Communities Secretary, demanding a public inquiry into Pilbrow & Partners’ proposals to demolish the historic Marks & Spencer Marble Arch store…
Find out more about how TRADA and the Timber Trade Federation are operating following their merger in 2021 to become Timber Development UK here.…
Former student members can become members of the IOC at either Licentiate or Member level.
You can contact us if you have any questions or simply complete an application form at: and send it to info@instituteofcarpenters.com. …
A recently published report by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for the Timber Industries (APPG), highlights the key role timber industries can play in helping the Government meet its targets for housebuilding whilst working to achieve net zero carbon emissions by …
Here’s a snapshot of some of the upcoming events shown in our events calendar in May:
The site will allow businesses from across Greater Manchester to train staff up on green technology used to retrofit homes, allowing companies to better compete for low carbon contracts retrofitting and homes and making them more energy efficient.
Once complete, …
