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Prevention Is Better Than Cure: Lessons from Truss Damage in Construction... structural damage to trusses during construction remains a persistent challenge, often resulting in costly repairs and safety risks. FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.78 - 30th October 2025
Prevention Is Better Than Cure: Lessons from Truss Damage in Construction... structural damage to trusses during construction remains a persistent challenge, often resulting in costly repairs and safety risks.
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FTMA is thrilled to welcome Rhianna Robinson to our team as our newest Research Associate, joining us part-time (10 hours per week) for the next year. Welcoming Rhianna Robinson – FTMA’s New Research Associate - 30th October 2025
FTMA is thrilled to welcome Rhianna Robinson to our team as our newest Research Associate, joining us part-time (10 hours per week) for the next year.
In this FTMA Principal Partner article, Pryda shares how the team is engaging with every corner of the industry; from the offices of architects to fabricators’ factories and builders on site. A True Point Of Difference - 30th October 2025
In this FTMA Principal Partner article, Pryda shares how the team is engaging with every corner of the industry; from the offices of architects to fabricators’ factories and builders on site.
Vekta Advanced Automation have released 2 video features - see how they're revolutionising their clients' manufacturing processes... An FTMA Team-up of Epic Proportions! - 30th October 2025
Vekta Advanced Automation have released 2 video features - see how they're revolutionising their clients' manufacturing processes...
In 2025, AKD once again came together in a wave of pink across the country, with sites embracing the colour, the cause, and the fun that comes with raising awareness for an important message. AKD Turns Pink with Purpose and Pride - 30th October 2025
In 2025, AKD once again came together in a wave of pink across the country, with sites embracing the colour, the cause, and the fun that comes with raising awareness for an important message.
The end of the year is fast approaching, and many businesses decide to ‘close shop’ over the Christmas and New Year period. People Matters – with HRAnywhere - 29th October 2025
The end of the year is fast approaching, and many businesses decide to ‘close shop’ over the Christmas and New Year period.
We Are Forestry Video Launch - 29th October 2025
As part of the 150th anniversary of South Australia’s forest industries, the South Australian Forest Products Association (SAFPA) is proud to release our new video, We Are Forestry.
What? Sorry, that is not meant to be offensive. But it was deliberately to grab your attention. So now that I have it, I’d like to explain the DISC profile. Our personality underpins our decision-making style, how we interact with others, and how we turn up in social situations. Are You a Big D? - 29th October 2025
What? Sorry, that is not meant to be offensive. But it was deliberately to grab your attention. So now that I have it, I’d like to explain the DISC profile. Our personality underpins our decision-making style, how we interact with others, and how we turn up in social situations.
September effectively saw the completion of the insolvency catch up - the usual number of insolvencies that didn't occur during COVID have now been caught up. What happens next? Will numbers remain high or continue to drop back to historical levels? Stay tuned to find out. Monthly Risk Credit Insights by Alares - 29th October 2025
September effectively saw the completion of the insolvency catch up - the usual number of insolvencies that didn't occur during COVID have now been caught up. What happens next? Will numbers remain high or continue to drop back to historical levels? Stay tuned to find out.
Design considerations for extended wall frames... In most residential timber construction, wall frames are laterally restrained at the top via roof trusses or floor joists. However, in some cases, timber wall frames may extend beyond the ceiling level; this is often done to form a parapet feature. FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.77 - 25th September 2025
Design considerations for extended wall frames... In most residential timber construction, wall frames are laterally restrained at the top via roof trusses or floor joists. However, in some cases, timber wall frames may extend beyond the ceiling level; this is often done to form a parapet feature.
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