Timber Structures in the Middle East

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WHY IS IT WORTH BUILDING WITH WOOD?

Because you can be the first in the Middle East, because timber constructions can be taller in terms of "elevation" rather than height, and above all, more sustainable. Technical speakers, both local and international, will share their know-how to enrich the conversation during the day. The trend topics related to timber structures will be discussed, with a focus on case studies and local projects.

The course, organized by the University of Wollongong with the support of Rothoblaas, is a unique opportunity to learn the advantages and potential of the timber structures, the structural types, the management of the construction site and handling of the panels, the standard and innovative connection details, examples of construction sites in the Middle East in less than a day. Moreover, you can be the first one to build multi-story timber constructions in Middle East. You will meet producers and designers who have already done timber structures in the Middle East and get the chance to join the right network.

Don't miss the opportunity to catch up on hybrid structures, ground connection, construction optimization, fire resistance and to network with like-minded professionals.

Choose to rise up.

Event Date

Friday, 22 September 2023

Venue: University of Wollongong Data Science, Discovery and Innovation Centre | Off Exhibition Boulevard | Expo City, Dubai UAE

Time: 5:30PM - 8:30PM | Fees: AED 399 + VAT

Registration Closed

Event Details

You can break the record for the number of floors with a timber structure, through the knowledge you will get during the course, relating to companies that have already worked in the Middle East
The advantages of timber construction (construction of the future - don't stay behind)
It is a unique chance to get the network needed for designing with timber
It is a great chance to discuss timber constructions with engineers and experts both from the Wollongong University and designers from Europe. You will get a wider and more international view of the topics presented.

The course aim is to learn how to correctly design timber structures to avoid issues on site, understand the construction site phases and technical details of a timber building.

The goal is to get a complete know-how and discuss the handling of the structural elements, the design of hidden connections, the installation of membranes, tapes and profiles for the airtightness, the correct hygrometric behavior, the waterproofing of the building and the detailing of the connection to the ground.

Last, but not least, the speakers will present the “hottest” topics related to timber structures and moderate a debate during the panel discussions. Some of these hot topics will be hybrid structures, connection to the ground, innovative connections, acoustic, optimization of the construction.

Eng Karol Sikora, University of Wollongong
Eng Matteo Andreottola, Rothoblaas
Mohannad Zughayer, Rothoblaas
Eng Albino Angeli, Xlam Dolomiti

17:30 - 17:45	Registration of the participants, welcome and explanation of the course Mohannad Zughayer, Rothoblaas
17:45 - 18:15	The potential of CLT and Mass Timber structures in the Middle East A faster, sustainable and more efficient way to build Eng Albino Angeli, Xlam Dolomiti
18:15 - 18:35	The management of building sites and the handling of CLT panels on site Moderator: Mohannad Zughayer, Rothoblaas Host: Matteo Andreottola, Rothoblaas Eng Karol Sikora, University Of Wollongong Eng Albino Angeli, Xlam Dolomiti
18:35 - 18:50	Coffee break
18:50 - 19:20	From standard to innovative connections in Mass Timber structures The connections to go multi-stories in the timber buildings: SPIDER, TC FUSION, shear connection with high resistance) Eng Matteo Andreottola, Rothoblaas Host: Mohannad Zughayer, Rothoblaas Eng Karol Sikora, University of Wollongong
19:20 - 19:50	Research and developments of clt: materials, bonding & connections methods, structural types, sustainability, hybrid structures Eng Karol Sikora, University of Wollongong
19:50 - 20:20	Examples of CLT structures in the Middle East Full explanation of the process, technical and economical advantages of timber Eng Albino Angeli, Xlam Dolomiti
20:30	Refreshment and dinner (Catering)

The course is tailored for designers, architects, engineers, owners of companies or carpenters. Everyone who want to better understand the various phases of a timber construction from a practical point of view and discuss the details and solutions in a transversal manner across all construction fields: fixing, airtightness, acoustics, waterproofing, machinery and equipment, site management.

Participation to the course, the coffee break with catering and the dinner.

Contact Details

Dr Karol Sikora
Assistant Professor
School of Engineering

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