Timber Grading – Strength Do you know how strong your timber is? A timber’s strength in a construction context refers to the ability of a piece of timber to maintain stress (force) without ‘failure’. ‘Failure’ in this sense doesn’t necessarily mean breaking, but is more about bending strength, ie: how much downward force can be applied without the member deflecting …

Formwork and shuttering are both common terms in the concrete construction industry. Sometimes, these terms are used interchangeably. Formwork is the overarching term that’s used to describe the forming process. Shuttering is defined as the temporary moulds that are used to hold the wet concrete in place until the concrete has set and cured. Projects of different sizes will often …

ADVANTAGES OF FORMPLYFormply satisfies Australian Standard (AS) 6669 which classifies as high performing plywood. The standard ensures panels are acceptable to use in load-bearing operations. Another benefit is customisation. Consumers can order in different colours for interior spaces and not visually degrade them. Furthermore, the additional laminated sheet offers moisture protection. Although not waterproof like marine plywood, it is still …