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Beat the cold with the Moderno Carbon Infrared Heaters

The innovative and stylish Moderno Carbon Infrared Heaters by Tranquillity are an efficient and cost-effective heating option used both indoors and outdoors

The Moderno Heaters by Tranquillity are available in two colours – black and silver, and in two sizes – standard and mini. Moderno heaters have a certificate of compliance (SAA certificate) and meet the electrical safety standards and requirements. Features: • do not burn oxygen • no air blowing and zero noise • not affected by wind • create efficient directional heat • remote control included • 4 or 2 temperature settings • IP55 – can be used in wet areas The Moderno Heaters are on sale now – check with your local electrical or plumbing merchant or PlaceMakers!

For more information visit www.warmup.co.nz/heating-products/ infrared-heaters/

NEW PRODUCT

Check out MyProjects. It’s free!

Looking for an easier and safer way to store, share and archive project information?

Developed in response to the industry’s need for a better way to manage project information, MyProjects allows you to: • Securely store and archive project files, • Share this information with project stakeholders, and • Maintain a library of frequently used information that’s always kept up-to-date. MyProjects connects directly to Productspec and Smartspec, however it’s freely available to everyone, regardless of the specification platform or operating system you use. • timer

Try MyProjects for free at www.myprojects.co.nz

Armando Vicario Glam Basin Faucet in English Gold NEW PRODUCT

Franklins to launch new Italian tapware range in September in September 2020.

Franklins is launching a new Italian Designed and manufactured tapware brand - Armando Vicario.

There will be a range of kitchen all stocked in up to 10 finishes including Tabacco, Old Brass and Graphite. You can expect to see these spectacular products hitting New Zealand

bathroom tapware and

Ask for more information at your local Franklins branch or visit www.franklins.co.nz

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A guide to helping your mates

This handy mental health pocket guide provides practical tips on how to have a conversation about mental health.

Construction Health and Safety NZ (CHASNZ), with assistance from Dr. Kate Bryson and the Mental Health Foundation, has made available a simple pocket guide on how to have real conversations with a team member before, during and after about mental health. The intent is to normalise these conversations and create better workplace supportive bonds, ensuring worksites are safer places to be for physical and mental health. You do not have to have the necessary skills to start conversations about mental health and wellbeing. Simply make talking about wellbeing an everyday thing.

Site Safe is pleased to be able to offer the guide in conjunction with CHASNZ, the Mental Health Foundation and Mates in Construction.

The guide is free for download at https://www.sitesafe.org.nz/guides-- resources/tools-for-wellbeing/ mental-health-pocket-guide/ NEW PRODUCT NEWS

Biannual Building Code update programme

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) currently updates the Building Code twice annually in June and November. The next update was due to be implemented in June 2020, however due to the impacts on the sector from COVID-19 and stakeholder feedback, MBIE has decided not to proceed with the June 2020 Building Code update as planned.

MBIE will be delaying the June update until 24 September 2020. After the September 2020 update, MBIE will be moving to annual updates of the Building Code with the subsequent update occurring in October 2021. These changes will reduce the burden on the sector to provide feedback twice yearly on proposed changes and related activities to implement these changes. MBIE is confident that annual changes are regular enough for the Building Code to remain credible and up to date, while having the ability to release urgent updates if required.

For more information, please visit

www.building.govt.nz

Cemintel: A new range of Fibre Cement products for NZ

CSR Building Products continues to increase the range of Cemintel® Fibre Cement products available through Mitre 10, with CeminSeal® Wallboard and Cemintel Rigid Air Barrier.

CeminSeal Wallboard is a wet area internal lining Fibre Cement sheet. Cemintel’s unique CeminSeal water block technology repels water and increases paint adhesion. It has been applied to the face of CeminSeal Wallboard panels for superior water resistance. Available in 6mm and 9mm thickness in Square and Recessed Edge options, it is suitable for use in bathrooms, showers, and laundries. Cemintel Rigid Air Barrier is a 6mm, Square Edge Fibre Cement precladding product. It is a BRANZ Appraised system, that withstands weather exposure for up to 6 months from date of installation. Cemintel Rigid Air Barrier panels are sealed on the face and edges with CeminSeal water block technology providing a durable sheet that will not rot, swell or warp. It has also been appraised for use as a wall bracing system for timber framed buildings within the scope of NZS 3604. These join other quality products introduced last year, including Cemintel Cladding Sheet, Ceramic Tile Underlay, Eaves Lining and Texture Base Sheet. CSR is committed to bringing the NZ market the best fibre cement products to help Kiwis design right and build better.

For more information, visit cemintel.co.nz or email cemintel@csr.co.nz

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At your fingertips. Study construction online!

Roof space makes great storage space for a home. Sellwood believes that every home that can have an attic ladder should have an attic ladder for safe easy access into the roof. However, where budgets are being squeezed, why not future proof the home for later on? Sellwood’s CH1300600 ceiling hatch has an opening of 1300mm x 600mm, the same size opening as their P30 attic ladder. Framing the opening to the right size prior to lining adds no extra cost. Are you already working in the residential or commercial construction sector? Do you want to become a construction manager or quantity surveyor?

Now you can make it happen with

TANZ eCampus.

The new online

New Zealand Diploma in The larger opening makes using the ceiling hatch easier and safer. And when the time comes to install an attic ladder, there is no need to reframe the ceiling. The CH1300600 is easy to install with built in architrave and screw in brackets. It is also easy to use with soft touch spring latches and a swing down lid avoiding obstructions in the attic. Construction, with strands in Construction Management and Quantity Surveying will help you become a leader in construction. Developed in collaboration with industry, this new online course combines handson, real life experiences and virtual reality simulations

Learn more at www.tanzecampus.com/ construction/ or enquire on 0800 328 269.

NEW PRODUCT

Future proof attic access

to cement your on-the-job training.

For more information visit www.sellwood.co.nz

NEW PRODUCT

James Hardie Range Extension – Stria™ Cladding

James Hardie responds to customer demands with the new Stria™ Cladding – 14mm 2700 x 405mm. The new 2700mm length will provide greater design flexibility for architects and designers, while also supporting less wastage and a reduction in labour required on site through cutting panel to desired sizes. This will enable greater cost efficiencies on projects for builders. CodeMark certified for CLD™ installation 15 year product warranty Dimensionally stable Engineered to stand up to harsh conditions, including coastal conditions The interlocking edges allow for quick and easy installation Can be installed horizontally or vertically Wide panel format allows faster installation Can be painted any colour, even the darker shades

NEWS JSC superior plywood High quality Cedar-toned Hardwood plywood with a textured face – gives your building a nice band sawn texture while improving colour depth and reducing coating maintenance. This allows the sheets to take full range of coatings & colours to match the looks of bandsawn face solid timber. It can be combined with battens on sheet sizes up to 3m. The ply can also be used inside safely due to its numerous environmental credentials. Available in 2440 / 3050mm x 1219mm x 12mm (all plain face square edged).

NEWS Sustainable eco-timber showcase launches in Cardrona scattered across the region. Cost effective and long lasting Resistant to damage from moisture and rotting Up to 60 minute fire resistance rating (FRR) can be achieved when installed as per the James Hardie Fire and Acoustic Design Manual Classified as non-combustible material

Product code: 405109 For more information visit www.jameshardie.co.nz

For more details contact us today www.jsctimber.co.nz

Abodo’s showcase Cardrona Cabin is now open.

Carefully crafted to demonstrate how New Zealand local alternatives for imported old-growth cedar can withstand Central Otago’s harsh alpine climate, the cabin is located in the heart of valley. Reflecting the historic nature of the township, the cabin’s simple gable form is a contemporary interpretation of rural huts and sheds found Low maintenance

The 102-square-metre show cabin, designed by award-winning Arrowtownbased Assembly Architects and built by Wanaka-based Dunlop Builders, took about eight months to complete.

Read more at www.abodo.co.nz/ cardronacabin