The highly successful Timber Offsite Construction Conference and Exhibition (TOC) scheduled for September 11-12 at Crown Promenade Melbourne has now finalised the extensive speaker lineup.
Now in its 24th year, conference host Andrew Dunn confirmed the speaker sessions program is aimed directly at design professionals looking at the design and construction of timber buildings. The primary focus is on commercial-ready applications of timber technology.
Speakers will cover a diverse range of topics such as why to consider timber, how to select appropriate timber systems, avoiding common problems, and innovative construction methods.
The high level program includes Andrew Ball from OWoW presenting on the use of post and plate (point-supported) high-rise timber buildings he is developing in California, and Anders Carlsson from Derome, Sweden, who is talking on how he can build the superstructure of a six-storey timber framed building in three days.
Other presenters are advising on fire safety issues, including an update on the EuroCode 2025 fire section and a research program of compartment fire tests in Canada. Presentations also include discussion on emerging technology in mass timber and digital tools to optimise timber construction.
Rounding out the conference program are two iconic building case studies, Murdoch University Boola Katitjin building in Perth, and Hines T3 Collingwood 15-storey timber building in Melbourne.
One-third of the TOC conference’s outstanding speakers are international, from USA, Canada, New Zealand, Sweden and Estonia. Dunn emphasises that the program and speakers are the most impressive of all previous TOC conferences.
Dunn concludes by noting TOC 2023 anticipates an even larger turnout, attracting industry leaders and professionals eager to explore the potential of timber building construction, both from Australia and overseas. He also advised early bird registrations are closing shortly.
For more information about the Timber Offsite Construction 2023 Conference & Exhibition, please visit https://timberoffsiteconstruction.com/ or contact Clive McFarland at event managers Small Talk Events on 0422 116 849, email Clive@smalltalkevents.com.au.
About the Timber Development Association (TDA): The Timber Development Association (TDA) is a Sydney-based organisation dedicated to promoting and advancing timber and wood products in construction. With a focus on education, research, and advocacy, the TDA plays a vital role in driving innovation and sustainability in the timber industry. The association provides valuable resources, guidance, and networking opportunities to professionals involved in designing, constructing, and using timber products.