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SELECTION OF SEALANTS

NATSPEC

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This TECHnote summarises typical sealant types used for different applications in construction.
BUSHFIRE PROTECTION

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Bushfires are a feature of the Australian environment. The impact of bushfire on life and property can be reduced with responsible preparation and bushfire management plans. Bushfire hazards exist not only in rural areas but also at the rural and urban interface, for example areas adjacent to parks, public reserves and golf courses.
Pipe Support Spacing TECHnote cover 2021

NATSPEC

Version:  2021.  (Current)
Pipe supports are required in various applications, many of which are governed by Australian and other standards.
FIRE BEHAVIOUR OF BUILDING MATERIALS AND ASSEMBLIES

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This TECHnote provides guidance on the National Construction Code (NCC) classification of the fire behaviour of building materials and assemblies. Classification is generally based on the level of risk associated with different classes of buildings and how they will be used.
SITE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY

NATSPEC

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This TECHnote highlights design and construction issues for consideration and suggests suitable NATSPEC worksections for the documentation of electricity supply.
Slip resistance performance

NATSPEC

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Standards and relevance for slip resistance performance.
Moisture Content In Timber Floors TECHnote cover 2021

NATSPEC

Version:  2021.  (Current)
The moisture content of timber varies with changes in humidity and temperature in the surrounding air. The effect is for timber to swell with the uptake of atmospheric moisture, or to shrink with moisture loss. Natural movement that occurs must be accommodated by the installation and finishing processes.
FIRE HAZARD PROPERTIES OF INSULATION AND PLIABLE MEMBRANES

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This TECHnote addresses fire hazard properties of insulation and sarking materials as dealt with in both the National Construction Code (NCC) and in NATSPEC.
AIR, MOISTURE AND CONDENSATION

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Condensation can damage finishes and materials (e.g. by causing timber to rot), and be a health hazard by promoting mould growth. Moisture entry into buildings also increases air conditioning energy consumption. Higher R-Values and tighter building sealing increase condensation risk.
PREVENTING CONDENSATION ON DUCTS AND AIR HANDLING PLANT

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Condensation on mechanical ducts and plant can lead to corrosion, damage to building materials and microbial growth. This TECHnote deals with the use of insulation to prevent condensation on ducts and air handling plant.