Prolonged Exposure of Engineered Timber and Panel Products to Weather
The TRA technical committee has published new guidance to help members and their customers when engineered wood products have faced prolonged exposure to the weather due to site delays or difficulties.
Discussions between the supplier and their customer can sometimes become difficult in such circumstances and this new document is intended to provide an independent view in the most critical areas.
The document covers the range of engineered wood products provided by members including trussed rafters and metal web joists giving consideration to the risks that each is likely to face, and the impact the prolonged exposure may have on future performance.
It includes some advice about potential remediation where this may be possible, but ultimately the client and their building designer must be responsible for approving any course of action proposed.
Find out more about the technical guidance by visiting the TRA website.
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