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Next-gen builders embrace Western Red Cedar

By Brad Kirkbride

Wood is one of the oldest building materials on the planet. Selected for its strength, durability, and workability, it has been the natural choice of builders for millennia. Its versatility made it essential to First Nations living on the Pacific coast, and a number of Western Red Cedar long houses and totems, some centuries old, are still standing today.

Today, there are numerous other reasons for choosing wood, such as aesthetic preferences … Continue reading Next-gen builders embrace Western Red Cedar

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Why all components matter in firestopping materials

In the absence of a large-scale fire catastrophe, a sense of complacency may be influencing the specification of firestopping materials. In recent years, North America has seen a trend of pre-insulated back pans coming from overseas which contain foreign mineral wool that has not been tested to ASTM E2307. These panels make it difficult for building officials/inspectors to determine if certified mineral wool has been installed.

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