CSCS PQP Card
Fellows and Members of the IOC can apply for a CSCS PQP card through the IOC. This is valid for 5 years or the duration of IOC membership. If you haven’t already done so, you will need to take and …
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Could you inspire a young person to take up your trade?
Do you remember who or what motivated you to become a carpenter or joiner? Was it a family member, a friend, or someone you knew? For many young people without the right role models or contacts, it can be especially …
Jubilee Oak Table
A table made from a 5,000-year-old oak tree has been unveiled by the Princess Royal at Ely Cathedral (the first venue to host it) in honour of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
The 13m (43ft) table was created from a black
Restoration of a Treadwheel Crane
Funded by Historic England, the restoration project will see the foundations underpinned to stabilise the structure, timber repairs to the frame along with re-roofing and weatherboarding to protect the wheels inside. Contractors: Dolmen Conservation & Joinery. Lead Consultants & Design …
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Why Trussed Rafters are a Sustainable Choice
What makes trussed rafters sustainable?
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 …
IOC – YouTube portal
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 …
Can turning cities into giant sponges embrace floods?
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 sign open letter against plans to demolish historic Marble Arch store
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…
TRADA – Timber Trade Federation Merger
Find out more about how TRADA and the Timber Trade Federation are operating following their merger in 2021 to become Timber Development UK here.…