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Stay up to date with the latest United Kingdom updates from the global ttj industryBuilding growth Timber frame now accounts for 27.4% of the UK newbuild market and the industry is confident it will continue to grow. Keren Fallwell reports
Joiners debate Brexit Joinery companies and suppliers to the sector came together at the British Woodworking Federation’s (BWF) Members’ Day to keep well informed about a host of important topics, writes Stephen Powney
Laser focus Leading roof truss and engineered fl oor systems fabricator Pasquill has been investing in production technology and software to optimise operations, reports Stephen Powney from the company’s Redhill branch
Butterfly takes off A Sunderland roof truss producer is moving into timber frame thanks to newly installed technology
Timber’s seat at the table It goes without saying that timber plays an integral role in the furniture sector and for some manufacturers the love affair runs deep. Sally Spencer reports
Design on veneers Decospan is on a mission to encourage more architects and specifi ers to use wood veneer. Keren Fallwell reports
Wood science - why does it matter? A timber trade staffed across the board with knowledgeable wood professionals is something the whole industry should aspire too, says Wood Technology Society chairman John Park
Wood and water Moisture content is an important facet of today’s timber product, says Wood Technology Society chairman John Park
Splashing the cash Joinery companies continue to invest in product development and production technology. Sally Spencer reports
Upturn in oak optimism A range of factors are adding impetus to French oak production. Mike Jeffree reports
Strategic thinking The TTF has set out its strategy for the future, one that will see it add value to all its activities. Sally Spencer reports
Recognising Excellence James Latham is backing this year’s TTJ Awards as Headline Sponsor. Stephen Powney talks to Lathams’ Chris Sutton
Building on recovery The joinery sector has followed the fortunes of the recovering construction sector and, according to the BWF, business is good. Sally Spencer reports
Changing places A job in the mental health sector led to David Salisbury developing his eponymous market-leading conservatory and joinery company. He talks to Keren Fallwell about his unconventional career path
The show grows on Carrefour means cross roads. And that has what the Carrefour International du Bois has become; a crossroads for the global timber sector, suppliers, buyers, manufacturers and specifi ers alike. Mike Jeffree reports
Species for all seasons A surge in Douglas fir is on its way in France, and it needs new markets, with the UK seen as a hot prospect. Mike Jeffree reports
First ripples of renaissance France’s construction recovery and export growth are among positive indicators for a French wood sector that’s been waiting some time for an upturn, reports Thibaud Le Moign of promotional organisation French Timber
Hindle’s done the Jewson lot Peter Hindle’s career has seen him work his way up through the ranks from yard manager at Jewson’s Fleetwood branch to senior vice-president at Saint-Gobain. Sally Spencer reports
Innovators step right up Innovators in the timber industry once again have an opportunity to be recognised in the TTJ Awards. Joint sponsor of the 2016 TTJ Timber Innovation Award TRADA says there is also a new twist to the category this year
