Technical courses | Wooden buildings: building with XLam panels | 17-18 October 2013

“Timber roofs and roof structures” and “Wooden buildings: construction in XLam panels” in-depth technical courses

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Modena, 17-18 October 2013

On Thursday 17 and Friday 18 October 2013, Modena will play host to two new promo_legno courses: “Timber roofs and roof structures” and “Wooden buildings: building with XLam panels”.

Hotel Real Fini Via Emilia
Via Emilia Est, 441
41100 Modena
Tel: 059-2051511
info@hotelviaemilia.it
www.hotelviaemilia.it

In-depth technical course: “Timber roofs and roof structures”

Modena, 17 October 2013, 08:30 – 18:30

This first course takes a closer look at the topic of timber roofs and roof structures, describing the various materials available and the correct way of using them. The programme provides in-depth information on stability, execution of joints and aspects of technical physics by looking at a number of different construction packages.

The programme covers the following subjects:
Aspects of technical physics
“The certified roof”: legal and economic considerations
The load-bearing structure – structural conception and considerations
Specifics of construction and joints
Examples of roof packages and their application
Production and installation
Roof design organisation
Technical course: “Wooden buildings: building with XLam panels”
Modena, 18 October 2013, 8:30 – 18:30
The second course focuses on the tangible application and practical execution of wood-based construction, from the design stage to on-site execution.
The programme covers the following subjects:
Solid wood XLam panels: properties and characteristics
Calculation principles (sheet, plate), fire, base and walls
Italian and European technical norms for wood construction
Joints and connections
Technical physics of wooden buildings: insulation, transmission, vapour, site design
Principles of reaction to fire applied to wooden buildings
Examples of buildings

The courses, organised in collaboration with Graz and Trento Universities, last a day each and consist of eight hours of lectures. The courses are designed for anyone involved in the planning or execution aspects of construction: designers and specialists working with wood, architects, structural engineers, public administration technicians.

Cost of attendance
One course: €300 + VAT
Roof + buildings course package: €500 + VAT

Some promo_legno partner organisations have contributed to the realisation of the courses and will be in attendance with a stand for participants to visit: Gandelli Legnami Srl, Hasslacher, Heco Italia EFG, Rothoblaas Srl, Stora Enso Gmbh and Wood Beton spa.

To sign up or find out more:
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+39 02 8051350
milano@promolegno.com
www.promolegno.com