PRESENTATION: “Design of Timber Connections Using Screws” by Greg Pankhurst of SPAX Pacific Pty Ltd

Presentation

When – 5.30pm – Thursday 16th May 2019//

Where – Room: Eng 1401-401 (School of Engineering Building 401), University of Auckland. Access from Symonds Street (Refer City Campus Map below).

Agenda –
17:30 pre-presentation refreshments
18:00 presentation

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Abstract

The use of timber in construction is growing rapidly throughout the world, particularly in the areas of mid-rise and high-rise developments. Even though New Zealand has been fairly advanced in timber construction compared to many countries, it is still very much in its infancy. Greg will be sharing information on how and where screws can be used in the design of timber connections, the various design considerations, applications and examples, and how design differs between NZS3603 and the Eurocode. Also, information will be provided on the newly released publication on designing connections according to NZS3603 using SPAX screws with values obtained from testing in New Zealand timbers, and possible implications for the new NZS1720.

Biography

Greg Pankhurst is the Technical Consultant (Engineer) for SPAX, the world-leading manufacturer of timber construction screws. He has a Bachelor of Engineering from UTS in Australia and has more than 20 years’ experience in engineering and marketing within the fastening industry, consisting of 22 years as Field Engineer, Product Manager for Hilti Australia and Marketing Manager for Hilti New Zealand. His current role is focussed on advising and assisting consulting engineers on timber connection design, increasing market knowledge and partaking in research with tertiary organisations.

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