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NEWBuildS Workshop 2014 May 7 & 8, 2014 Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport.
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NEWBuildS Workshop 2014 May 7 & 8, 2014 Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport TOPIC: NEWBuildS researchers will present research projects related to use of wood‐based products in mid‐rise and non‐residential construction. Projects address a range of building performance issues, including structural, fire, durability, energy and serviceability. WHO: This workshop will bring together researchers from 13 Canadian Universities and key collaborators including FPInnovations and NRC, and other stakeholders such as government officials, practicing professionals, producers and builders. WORKSHOP PROGRAM Day 1: May 7th1:00 pm Welcome & Updates: Dr. Y. H. Chui / Mr. Kenneth Koo 1:20 pm Session 1 - Structural 3:30 pm Session 2 - Connection Behaviour 5:10 pm Day 1 adjourned Day 2: May 8th8:30 am 1st International Keynote Speaker : Dr. Stefan Winter, Technical University of Munich High-rise timber buildings in Europe - Projects, challenges, solutions and future development 9:30 am Session 3 - Fire Performance 11:10 am Session 4 - Acoustics & Vibration 12:10 pm Lunch 1:15 pm 2nd International Keynote Speaker : Dr. Sam Glass, U.S. Forest Products Laboratory Building Envelope Performance of Wood-based Building Systems: Research Perspectives from US 2:10 pm Session 5 - Durability & Energy 4:30 pm Day 2 adjourned Attendance is complimentary, but registration is required. Please register via e‐mail kenneth.koo@fpinnovations.ca
NEWBuildS Workshop 2014 May 7 & 8, 2014 Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport Attendance is complimentary, but registration is required. Please register via e‐mail kenneth.koo@fpinnovations.ca