Online training logs a win for trussed rafter designers
As the construction industry continues its struggle with skills shortages, the trussed rafter industry is working hard to upskill employees with sign-ups for specialist training quadrupling. The online training course, run by the Trussed Rafter Association (TRA) in association with Edinburgh Napier University, is proving popular with trussed rafter designers. Two beneficiaries of the training … Continue reading “Online training logs a win for trussed rafter designers”
TRA Technical Committee statement on Eurocode 5 implementation – June 2018
On 1 July 2018 the trussed rafter industry completes the final stage of the transition to a total Eurocode 5 (EC5) design solution for its products. On 1 January 2018, the use of the BS5268 design code was withdrawn by systems and UK fabricators for all new projects, with EC5 becoming the new reference standard. … Continue reading “TRA Technical Committee statement on Eurocode 5 implementation – June 2018”
Trussed rafter industry ready for the next generation
New talent, new leadership, new structure and embracing new technology were just some of the highlights from the Trussed Rafter Association (TRA) Annual AGM, which took place this month. One of the key speakers, Alison Watson, founder of Class of Your Own, inspired delegates when talking about the Design Engineer Construct! programme. She explained how … Continue reading “Trussed rafter industry ready for the next generation”
Housebuilders covered with updated roofing guidance
New roofing guidance for housebuilders has been published by the Trussed Rafter Association. How to Build Compliant Spandrel Panels, which is endorsed by the NHBC, has been updated to include information about single-skin cladding for spandrel panels. The guide now has a page featuring fermacell Gypsum Fibreboard as an example of how single-skin cladding can … Continue reading “Housebuilders covered with updated roofing guidance”
In memory of Gordon Smith
It is with great sadness that the TRA has received news that Gordon Smith, managing director of Roof Profiles, Irvine, passed away on 6 March 2018. Roof Profiles was started in 1982 and Gordon was still working full time when he passed away. He was very passionate about his industry and a great all rounder. … Continue reading “In memory of Gordon Smith”
