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FTMA Framed Faces – Fred & Julie McDonald
When I came into the job back in 2009, I was fortunate enough to meet so many great down to earth people who make up our wonderful industry. Two of these wonderful souls were Julie & Fred...
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What to Look for to Have Confidence in LVL Used in Australia
This article was written and provided by Andy McNaught, Technical Manager of EWPAA on 7 September 2020. LVL use in Australia is growing for all classes of building in Australia, but particularly in...
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Independence Is Worth Fighting For
Independent Hardware Group (IHG) is a supply avenue for the truly independent timber business. We have a legacy of supporting family-owned businesses and protecting the long-term viability of the...
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Court Preserves Industry Practice Regarding Personal Leave Accruals
This article was written and provided by Brian Beecroft CEO of Timber Trade Industrial Association. In a decision strongly welcomed by TTIA, and handed down recently, the High Court of Australia has...
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FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.25
THE BENEFITS OF SCREWS FOR TIE-DOWNS In my last Tech Talk I hinted at changes in the product landscape for tie down connections. The industry is evolving even in this period of unprecedented change...
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What does Stage 4 Restrictions in Victoria mean for Melbourne Metropolitan Fabricators?
What obligations do I have as an employer if my business is still operating? Under the Stage 4 restrictions, workplaces that remain open must: Have a COVIDSafe Plan in place that is regularly...
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Borg Manufacturing Continuously Innovating
Borg Manufacturing was founded over 30 years ago by brothers Michael and John Borg, originally as a small joinery business on the Central Coast NSW, and now employing over 2000 people nationwide....
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FTMA Webinars
Webinars are a new thing for FTMA and we would like to give a huge shoutout to the amazing Mid-Rise team at WoodSolutions of Laurence Ritchie, Dean Ashton, Alastair Woodard, and Adam Jones for their...
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Referencing I-Joist Floor Design Reference Numbers: Why it’s Important
This article is written and provided by Leon Quinn of Bronze Sponsor, Tilling. In my 32 years (gee I sound old!) in the timber industry there has been a lot of change. One of the most significant...
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Housing Updates – Know Where Your Business Stands
Key points Working with IndustryEdge, FTMA is establishing a simple, voluntary and confidential business information program for fabricators. It involves collecting data from fabricators, creating...
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Stora Enso … Sustainably Managed Timber Products
While domestic sawmilling continues to supply the bulk of Australia’s timber needs, Europe has for centuries been a key part of the supply to this country. The forestry sector in Australia has...
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Mental Health in the Workplace Training
Last month FTMA News included a story on Mental Health with members following up with concerns regarding employees ability to cope with the added stress of COVID-19. This prompted FTMA to explore...
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Ancient Fasteners In Modern Times
An object that is so small, but also used en masse in every space that we inhabit yet, often it is something that is hidden in plain sight. These now small and obscure objects were once not so small...
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Hyne Timber Unveils New Glue Laminating Plant
Marking the completion of commissioning, Hyne Timber was proud to welcome Queensland Minister for State Development, the Hon. Kate Jones and Member for Maryborough, Bruce Saunders to the unveiling...
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