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Joined-Up Business 4 Issue
by TDUK|21 September 21|Build, Supply
Wood shortages have characterised the first half of 2021 and the supply situation is set to remain tight for the rest of the year across all product categories, from softwoods to hardwoods and panel products.
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Joined-Up Business 6 Issue
by TDUK|21 September 21|Build, Supply
There's a real buzz around the timber market as we enter 2022 and, as the world continues to open up after a challenging 18 months, it's time for us all to come together to drive our industry forward.
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Joined-Up Business 7 Issue
by TDUK|21 September 21|Build, Supply
Three months on, much has changed for the industry. Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine likely means that timber supplies will remain tight for the rest of the year, and this, along with the rising costs of fuel, shipping and energy, will keep prices high for at least as long. It...
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Flame Retardant Treated Wood Specification Check-list
by TDUK|21 September 21|Build
To assist specifiers in exercising due diligence, this publication provides a step by step guide to ensuring that flame retardant treatments for wood-based materials are fit for purpose.
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combustible materials
Responding to the ban of combustible materials
by TDUK|09 May 20|Build, Policy
Following the Grenfell Tower Fire, the Government has rightly put great effort into making buildings safer. As the timber industry we support the creation of high quality, safe and sustainable buildings in the UK. However we are concerned that by failing to differentiate between the external cladding and the structural...
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