Event Overview
Join ASBP partners PEFC for a focused, educational, and networking event tailored for developers, tier 1 contractors, and mass timber manufacturers and installers. Discover the significant carbon and environmental benefits of mass timber construction and how potential challenges due to excess moisture can be mitigated and avoided. With expert speakers, practical solutions, and invaluable networking opportunities, this event is designed to equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to build sustainably and effectively with mass timber.
Why Attend?
- Expert Insights: Learn from leading industry experts about the benefits of using mass timber, including carbon reduction, biodiversity benefits, and biophilic advantages.
- Moisture Issues: Obtain an insight into the causes of excess moisture in mass timber construction and the potential issues that this can cause.
- Problem-Solving Strategies: Gain practical knowledge on how to identify, address, and prevent moisture-related issues in timber construction through effective design detailing and good site practices during construction.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow professionals, exchange ideas, and build partnerships that can drive your projects forward.
- In-Depth Discussions: Engage in detailed discussions on insurance challenges and strategies for timber buildings, ensuring you’re fully prepared for any scenario.
Agenda
- 09:30 – 10:00 Registration and Networking with refreshments
- 10:00 – 10:15 Welcome and Introduction – John Kirkby, Executive Director, PEFC UK
- 10:15 – 10:45 Biodiversity & Biophilic Benefits of Specifying CLT – Dr Mila Duncheva, UK & Ireland Business Development Manager, Stora Enso
- 10:45 – 11:15 Carbon Benefits of Using Mass Timber in Construction – Charlie Law, SCSL & Sustainability Director, Timber Development UK
- 11:15 – 11:30 Coffee and Networking
- 11:30 – 12:00 Issues with Excess Moisture in Mass Timber Construction – Causes and Outcomes – Phil O’Leary, Director, Filros Consultancy
- 12:00 – 12:30 Remediating Moisture Related Defects in Mass Timber Construction – Martin Milner, Director, Milner Associates
- 12:30 – 13:00 Lunch and Networking
- 13:00 – 13:30 How to Prevent Moisture Issues in Mass Timber Construction (pre, during, and post build) – Dr Paul Newman, Technical Director, The Structural Timber Association
- 13:30 – 14:15 Panel Discussion & Audience Q & A – Mitigating risk of Moisture Issues in Mass Timber construction
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- Steve Cook, National Product Manager @ Willmott Dixon
- Greg Cooper, Managing Director @ Hybrid Structures
- Nic Clark, Managing Director @ KLH UK
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- 14:15 – 14:45 Insuring Mass Timber Buildings – Overcoming the challenges – Kate Fairhead, Senior Vice President, Construction, Infrastructure and Surety Practice, Marsh, London
- 14:45 – 15:00 Closing Remarks – John Kirkby
- 15:00 – 16:00 Networking and Drinks
Event Goals
- Education: Equip contractors with the latest knowledge on sustainable building practices and the benefits of using mass timber.
- Awareness: Highlight the importance of correct design detailing and sound site practices to avoid excess moisture related issues in mass timber construction.
- Correction: Provide actionable solutions to address moisture-related challenges in mass timber construction.
- Prevention: Provide best practice guidance minimise the risk of moisture-related challenges in mass timber construction.
- Insurance Strategies: Offer insights into the challenges and strategies of insuring mass timber buildings.
- Networking: Create a platform for industry professionals to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate on future projects.
Who Should Attend?
This event is ideal for developers, tier 1 contractors, mass timber manufacturers, installers, and designers who are keen to understand the challenges and benefits of mass timber construction, particularly in relation to moisture management.
Sign Up
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the industry and gain the insights you need to successfully manage moisture challenges in mass timber construction.