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Key insights from new research on the fire safety of mass timber

Key insights from new research on the fire safety of mass timber

Update: 2024-03-05

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A recent, significant fire test series has produced key insights on the fire safety and resilience of mass timber buildings. On this episode, WoodWorks BC's executive director Shawn Keyes, a licensed structural engineer who has pioneered timber projects across Canada, discusses the Mass Timber Demonstration Fire Test Program, and why it matters. The show is hosted by BIV editor-in-chief Hayley Woodin Hastings and this episode is sponsored by naturally:wood (naturallywood.com).

Read more about mass timber buildings on BIV.com: https://www.biv.com/sponsored/new-research-confirms-mass-timbers-fire-safety-for-taller-buildings-8308578

https://www.biv.com/sponsored/what-builders-and-insurers-need-to-know-about-mass-timber-buildings-8314103

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