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February 2024
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The "re-emergent" properties of wood
Parvez Alam explores the growth in metamaterials research in recent years
Essential evidence
The BWF continues its call for third-party accreditation of fire doors
Developing careers
Glennon Brothers hosted a tour of the Irish forestry and timber industries for finalists of the TTJ Awards’ Career Development Award. Stephen Powney joined the trip
Slow but still sure
The UK Forest Market Report 2023 reveals a sector that’s slowed over the last year but that remains an attractive investment opportunity. Sally Spencer reports
Timber on top form
The Wood Awards celebrate the use of timber in standout architecture and product design – and 2023 provided a bumper crop
Covering all bases
Sally Spencer spoke to British Coatings Federation chief executive Tom Bowtell about the challenges and opportunities for the coatings and finishes sector in 2024
Coatings conclusions
The coatings and finishes sector expects demand challenges this year but brighter times ahead. Sally Spencer reports
Getting wise to size
Guidance on cladding and installation should be followed to ensure year-round performance, writes Timber Decking and Cladding Association director Janet Sycamore
Seen to be green
Its environmental credentials and good looks give wood cladding strong growth prospects, say market analysts and suppliers. Mike Jeffree reports
Lasting legacy of lockdown
Market correction following the lockdown period boom time is still ongoing. Jerry Wilson reports
Career highlight
Richard Griffiths, IT manager at Minera Roof Trusses, shares some top tips for a rewarding career
Imports on the increase
Latest TDUK statistics show 2023 import volumes catching up on the previous year
Timber and joinery sales down
Latest BMBI statistics show merchants’ Q3 timber and joinery volume sales down -13.1% year-on-year
January 2024
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Timber industry predictions: 2024
TTJ asks a broad section of the trade for their opinions about trade prospects, issues and developments in the year ahead
Just getting across the line
The UK hardwood sector is experiencing testing times. Mike Jeffree reports
December 2023
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Safety matters
Robert O’Donoghue, VP marketing and solutions, EMEA for Hyster looks at the issue of creating a culture of safety in wood handling operations
Driving change
Two of the big names in the UK timber industry are opting for electric sideloaders, as Tony Benson, global marketing manager at Baumann Sideloaders highlights
Combilift hits 25- year mark
Irish multi-directional forklift truck manufacturer Combilift has celebrated its 25-year anniversary with press, customers and dealers. Stephen Powney attended the celebration and press conference updating on Combilift’s plans for the future
Governance guidance
Wood preservation is a highly regulated sector. To help bring to life the governance that allows pressure treated timber to be sold across Europe, we caught up with Dr Olivia Allen, regulatory manager for Arxada
High and mighty
Nick Glaves highlights some recently completed jobs that prove the flexibility of cantilever racking