Electronic Blueprint monthly update February - March 2007

Breaking News - Standards Australia further delays publication of AS 1170.4 and AS 3700 Amendment 3, pending consideration of the regulatory impact by the Australian Building Codes Board!

Architects - Acoustic considerations for the design of privacy walls. Masonry, concrete, timber and similar materials are often used to reduce the noise generated from roadways and the like. In such applications, consideration should be given to...
(http://www.electronicblueprint.com.au/updates/FEBRUARY_2007_Update_5k.pdf)

Engineers - Structural design of free-standing privacy walls. Free-standing privacy walls must be designed and constructed to withstand a range of loads, including wind loads. Software is now available to assist qualified and experienced structural engineers in the selection of pier dimensions...
(http://www.electronicblueprint.com.au/updates/FEBRUARY_2007_Update_5k.pdf)

Builders - Construction of free-standing privacy walls. There are a variety of problems associated with both the construction and long-term performance of free-standing privacy walls. These are avoidable, with proper design, careful material...
(http://www.electronicblueprint.com.au/updates/FEBRUARY_2007_Update_5k.pdf)

Fabric8 Internet Scheduling & Communication. An internet-based, job scheduling and communication system. Designed by builders for builders and setting a new standard of efficiency through the automation of the construction...
(http://www.electronicblueprint.com.au/updates/FEBRUARY_2007_Update_5k.pdf)

Distance Learning Packages
The Electronic Blueprint Distance Learning Packages allow Architects, Engineers and Builders to upgrade their Continuing Professional Development and obtain the required CPD points. Packages cover a wide variety of design, engineering and building subjects, can be undertaken at any time and completed in the comfort of your own home or workplace...
(http://www.electronicblueprint.com.au/updates/FEBRUARY_2007_Update_5k.pdf)

Product Directory
The Product Directory enables specifiers and purchasers to quickly access a list of building products that comply with the specific requirements of the Electronic Blueprint...
(http://www.electronicblueprint.com.au/updates/FEBRUARY_2007_Update_5k.pdf)

Products and Services Advertorial
Root Barrier - Moisture and tree root shields.
Fabric8 Internet Scheduling - Build3D introduce Fabric8 - an internet-based, job scheduling and communication system. Designed by builders for builders and setting a new standard of efficiency through the automation of the construction management process.
(http://www.electronicblueprint.com.au/updates/FEBRUARY_2007_Update_5k.pdf)