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September 10, 2019 (Tuesday)
8:00 a.m. - Noon
at Kostas Institute, Burlington Campus
Northeastern University
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Advancements in Wood Design & Construction:
Examining the Opportunity
4.0 LU/HSW | 4.0 PDH | 0.4 ICC
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We are at an exciting confluence in timber construction. The need for sustainable, urban buildings has never been higher. At the same time, mass timber products such as cross-laminated timber have opened the door to many new opportunities, including taller timber structures and the increased use of technology to streamline fabrication processes.
This three-part seminar will begin with an introduction to the mass timber products that are driving innovation and changing the way designers view sustainable construction methodologies. This presentation will include detailed information on code applications and real-world project examples.
Next, the use of computer modeling and software integration into design and fabrication will be reviewed, with an emphasis on communication and leveraging benefits to result in precision of material and construction operations.
The third presentation will focus on approved changes to the 2021 International Building Code, which will allow up to 18 stories of mass timber construction. Discussion will include a detailed look at the new code provisions and methods of addressing the new requirements, as well as fire-resistance ratings and allowances for exposed timber, penetrations, sprinklers and connections.
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Randall Walter, AIA, LEED AP
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Tanya Luthi, PE | Entuitive
The Mass Timber Revolution: Removing Obstacles, Breaking Ground
Tanya Luthi is a structural engineer and Vice President at Entuitive, an international consulting engineering practice operating in seven offices across Canada, the UK, and the United States. After obtaining her master’s degree from The University of Texas, Tanya started her engineering career in New York City specializing in large-scale institutional projects in steel and concrete. After moving to Vancouver, Canada in 2011, she discovered a passion for mass timber design and has since made it a focus in her career. In addition to her design experience, Tanya co-authored the US and Canadian Nail-Laminated Timber Design and Construction Guides, and she gives regular talks on timber design at architectural and engineering conferences across North America. She is an active member of the New York City structural code committee, where she advises on matters related to mass timber construction.
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Randall Walter, AIA LEED AP | Bensonwood
Leveraging Data and Printing Buildings: Design-Build Information Management
Randall is an award-winning architect and Company Steward of the design/build firm, Bensonwood. From high-performance homes to schools, restaurants, studios and barns, Randall has created over 200 custom buildings throughout the US. Randall earned a Bachelor of Architecture and French from Carnegie Mellon University in 1992. He is an adjunct professor of Architecture at Keene State College, teaching design studios, architectural history and a biennial design/build practicum.
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Ricky McLain, PE, SE | Woodworks
Exploring Tall Wood: New Code Provisions for Tall Timber Structures
Ricky is WoodWorks’ in-house expert on tall wood buildings, providing analysis and guidance on architectural, fire and life safety, and structural design topics related to tall mass timber projects. He supports the AEC community both directly and collaboratively with WoodWorks Regional Directors, and guides the development of education and resources related to tall wood buildings in the U.S. Prior to this emphasis, Ricky’s role encompassed all building types and wood systems. He also has extensive experience in lead engineer roles related to structural design, project management and construction administration. Ricky is very active as a member of numerous committees and councils related to building design and is the Executive Director of the Structural Engineers Association of Vermont.
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