Celebrating women leading the timber industry
The TRA is proud to announce its support for a new industry event celebrating the role of women in the timber and timber engineering sectors. Organised by Timber Development UK (TDUK), the Women in Timber event will take place on Friday 5 September 2025, from 10 am to 3 pm, at Oulton Hall Hotel & … Continue reading “Celebrating women leading the timber industry”
The UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard
The Pilot Version of the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard (UKNZCBS) has been officially published, outlining the criteria a building must meet to be classified as “Net Zero Carbon” in both operational energy use and embodied carbon emissions. The UKNZCBS aligns closely with other existing Net Zero frameworks and standards. It provides the real … Continue reading “The UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard”
Autumn Budget 2024
The 2024 Autumn Budget provided insights about the Government’s plans to address the UK’s housing crisis, promising a boost for affordable housing and smaller developers. But as Labour’s focus on growth ramps up, where does the construction industry, specifically the trussed rafter sector, fit in? Understanding these shifts is crucial for TRA members supplying essential … Continue reading “Autumn Budget 2024”
The Grenfell Tower Inquiry’s final report
The Grenfell Tower Inquiry’s final report was published earlier this month. The report highlighted systemic failures throughout the construction industry, which revealed widespread complacency from government departments through to product manufacturers, designers, contractors, and subcontractors which led to the tragedy. The inquiry severely criticised the choice of materials used, which included cladding panels and insulations, … Continue reading “The Grenfell Tower Inquiry’s final report”
Government announces extension to recognition of CE Marking
On 2 September, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government announced the extension of the recognition of CE marking for construction products. Currently, the recognition of CE marking will cease in June 2025; the extension of the period means the CE mark will continue to be accepted when placing construction products on the market … Continue reading “Government announces extension to recognition of CE Marking”
TRA Ireland Meeting
The next TRA Ireland meeting is taking place on 5 June at the Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown. This meeting provides an excellent opportunity for members operating in Ireland to discuss critical issues affecting the trussed rafter industry. It also offers a chance to network and connect with fellow members, as well as introduce new colleagues … Continue reading “TRA Ireland Meeting”
Save the dates for the upcoming regional meetings
The TRA regional chairs have announced a schedule of upcoming regional meetings for 2024. The regional meetings will cover various important topics for Trussed Rafter Businesses such as current demand, recruitment, design, marketing, emerging technical issues, and health and safety. Dates for the upcoming meetings are as follows: 23 May – Southwest in Bristol 5 … Continue reading “Save the dates for the upcoming regional meetings”
New designTimber talks webinars announced
TRA members are invited to sign up for Timber Development UK’s lunchtime monthly webinars – designTimber, which are back for another year of inspiration and learning. The webinars will feature presentations by the multi-disciplinary design and delivery teams behind the range of inspiring projects, from high-rise urban offices and engaging community spaces to innovative research … Continue reading “New designTimber talks webinars announced”
What housebuilders need to know about NHBC deflection limits
Deflection limits measure the degree to which a part of a structural element is displaced under a load without causing damage. Timber structures must satisfy deflection limits to ensure their serviceability, which means they can perform well and provide comfort and safety to the occupants and users. Deflection limits depend on the span, the load … Continue reading “What housebuilders need to know about NHBC deflection limits”
Building Bridges for the Next Generation of Timber Industry Professionals
The Trussed Rafter Association (TRA) was recently invited to attend the Timber Industry College Hub event, which was held at the Building Crafts College in Stratford, East London. The Timber Industry College Hub is a joint initiative developed by the Institute of Carpenters (IOC), Timber Development UK (TDUK), the TRA and other partners in the timber sector. … Continue reading “Building Bridges for the Next Generation of Timber Industry Professionals”
