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Triangles, squares, and rectangles - three simple shapes that quietly govern our lives Monday through Friday and sometimes beyond. But are you manufacturing your product the most efficient way? FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.79 - 28th November 2025
Triangles, squares, and rectangles - three simple shapes that quietly govern our lives Monday through Friday and sometimes beyond. But are you manufacturing your product the most efficient way?
2025 has been a significant and productive year for the Frame and Truss Manufacturers Association of Australia (FTMA). Despite challenging economic conditions, labour shortages, and an evolving policy environment, FTMA has continued to strengthen our representation and support for members. FTMA CEO’s Report – 2025 Annual General Meeting - 28th November 2025
2025 has been a significant and productive year for the Frame and Truss Manufacturers Association of Australia (FTMA). Despite challenging economic conditions, labour shortages, and an evolving policy environment, FTMA has continued to strengthen our representation and support for members.
How FrameWayz is redefining communication, collaboration and confidence – one project at a time. Opening Doors with MiTek Viewer - 27th November 2025
How FrameWayz is redefining communication, collaboration and confidence – one project at a time.
As the Australian timber frame and truss sector continues to evolve, one thing remains constant: the strength of our industry depends on the strength of our relationships. At FTMA Australia, our Partners play a vital role in helping us advance the interests of manufacturers, lift standards across the sector, and champion a future-focused, resilient industry. A Stronger Industry, Together: Why FTMA Supporting Partners Matter - 27th November 2025
As the Australian timber frame and truss sector continues to evolve, one thing remains constant: the strength of our industry depends on the strength of our relationships. At FTMA Australia, our Partners play a vital role in helping us advance the interests of manufacturers, lift standards across the sector, and champion a future-focused, resilient industry.
By Warwick Drysdale – Founder / Managing Director, Programmed Timber. The piece explores how smarter fibre utilisation, long-life applications and waste minimisation can amplify the carbon benefits of timber across the frame and truss supply chain. It is written as a thought leadership article, with a focus on industry-wide responsibility rather than specific products. Every Cubic Metre Counts: Why Long-Life Timber Use Matters More Now Than Ever - 27th November 2025
By Warwick Drysdale – Founder / Managing Director, Programmed Timber. The piece explores how smarter fibre utilisation, long-life applications and waste minimisation can amplify the carbon benefits of timber across the frame and truss supply chain. It is written as a thought leadership article, with a focus on industry-wide responsibility rather than specific products.
The 2025 National Timber Frame & Truss Manufacturing Census provides a valuable snapshot of the state of Australia’s frame and truss manufacturing sector. This year’s results highlight important trends in workforce, market activity, business confidence, and operational challenges—offering a roadmap for where the industry is heading and where support is most needed. 2025 National Timber Frame & Truss Manufacturing Census – Key Findings - 27th November 2025
The 2025 National Timber Frame & Truss Manufacturing Census provides a valuable snapshot of the state of Australia’s frame and truss manufacturing sector. This year’s results highlight important trends in workforce, market activity, business confidence, and operational challenges—offering a roadmap for where the industry is heading and where support is most needed.
As the year winds down, the silly season can throw up all sorts of challenges. Any missteps and you could end up with confusion over expectations or an awkward moment at the Christmas party! Don’t stress, we’re here to help. People Matters – with HRAnywhere - 27th November 2025
As the year winds down, the silly season can throw up all sorts of challenges. Any missteps and you could end up with confusion over expectations or an awkward moment at the Christmas party! Don’t stress, we’re here to help.
FTMA is thrilled to welcome three outstanding leaders to our Board—each bringing decades of experience, unique perspectives, and just the right amount of character to keep meetings interesting. Welcoming FTMA’s Three New Board Members for 2026 - 27th November 2025
FTMA is thrilled to welcome three outstanding leaders to our Board—each bringing decades of experience, unique perspectives, and just the right amount of character to keep meetings interesting.
This year, the frame and truss sector is farewelling a number of its long-serving legends, and now another familiar name is joining the list: Multinail’s Structural Engineer, Dean Ashton, is retiring at the end of 2025. Thirty Eight Years of Service to the Sector - 26th November 2025
This year, the frame and truss sector is farewelling a number of its long-serving legends, and now another familiar name is joining the list: Multinail’s Structural Engineer, Dean Ashton, is retiring at the end of 2025.
Forestry Australia’s nine-month mentoring program was designed to build meaningful connections across the forestry sector by pairing experienced professionals with emerging leaders. Madilyn Gavin: A Future Forestry Leader in the Making - 26th November 2025
Forestry Australia’s nine-month mentoring program was designed to build meaningful connections across the forestry sector by pairing experienced professionals with emerging leaders.


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