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Heavy rains cause headache for Baltic mills
Months of warm, wet weather have had a dramatic impact on log availability for Baltic mills and shortages of sawn timber are on the way. Sally Spencer reports
Raising the Roof
To say that the Trussed Rafter Association has had a busy year would be an understatement. New publications, recognition and a new website show it is seeking to stay one step ahead. Stephen Powney reports
Roofing Reassurance
Shaun Revill, trading director at roofing batten specialist SR Timber, explains the importance of strong supply chain relationships
Cologne in the air
The world’s largest roofing and timber exhibition is preparing to kick off in Cologne this month, reports Stephen Powney
Reducing the waste line
Stuart Nicholson, sales director – roof systems at Marley Eternit, discusses developments in the roofing batten industry and the impact the wider issue of timber supply is having on the market
Fire Safety Front and Centre
The timber treatment and cladding sectors are responding to challenges raised by the Grenfell tragedy, writes Wood Protection Association technical director Gordon Ewbank
It’s a wrap
Timber and wood-based cladding is not only growing in popularity, but diversity too. Mike Jeffree reports
Building a brand
Timber is a major focus for general merchant Buildbase. The company’s forest products director Andy Ferguson talks to Keren Fallwell
It’s an ill wind…
Wood Technology Society board member Andrew True looks at the impact storms and wind-throw timber can have on the market
Acimall figures show upward trend
Preliminary figures published by Acimall indicate and encouraging market for woodworking and furniture industry equipment.