The CTBUH 2017 Tall Buildings Conference to be held in Sydney from October 30 to November 3 2017 is expected to attract over 1000 delegates from about 45 countries.
Conference Theme: Connecting the City: People, Density & Infrastructure
The age of the tall building as a single iconic piece of sculpture, standing in isolation from its surroundings, must now come to an end. We have a responsibility to ensure that these permanent urban structures engender a future-oriented urban response to the greatest challenges of our time: unprecedented population growth; mass urbanization; climate change; environmental degradation; social, political and economic change; and the rapid advance of myriad technical innovations.
Next February and March (2019) the ABCB will be conducting informative seminars in a capital city near you.
The seminars will provide an opportunity for you to hear about some changes to the NCC that could impact your work. In addition, there’ll be a presentation and discussion on due process for the development of Performance Solutions.
Here’s what’s on the seminar program -
- NCC 2016 Volume One Amendment 1, which relates to fire safety requirements.
- NCC 2019 public comment draft.
- The improved CodeMark Australia scheme.
- A practical development and assessment of Performance Solutions.
The LSAA has agreed to co-sponsor ICSA2019 and has pleasure in listing the following information.
For more details, please visit their site directly at http://www.icsa2019.com/
The International Conference on Structures and Architecture is the world's leading and largest global conference bridging the gap between Structures and Architecture.
The contributions on creative and scientific aspects in the conception and construction of structures, on advanced technologies and on complex architectural and structural applications represent a fine blend of scientific, technical and practical novelties in both fields.
IFAI Expo 2017 is organized by the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) and takes place at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA, September 26–29. IFAI is thrilled to offer you the premier industrial fabrics expo in North America. This is the place to see new and innovative products, learn from the experts, meet influential industry leaders and more.
- Connecting thousands of attendees with more than 400 exhibitors
- Global connections and networking through events, education and meetings
- Comprehensive programming to generate ideas, provide solutions and promote business growth
- Numerous experiences showcasing the breadth and innovation of the industry
The IFAI Expo is being held in Charlotte, NC USA
Date: October 18-21 2016
IFAI Expo is a dynamic event experience combining textile industry experts, manufacturers, members and attendees to deliver innovative, industry-shaping solutions. Whether your business is specialty fabrics, advanced textiles or shade and weather protection, IFAI Expo can take you to the next level.
The inaugural Fire Resistant Textiles & Fibre Conference will be held in Melbourne, Australia in November 2016.
2016 Fire Resistant Textiles & Fibre Conference will be an open forum presenting the latest science, technology, design and manufacturing techniques for fire resistant fibres, textiles, coatings and finishes for the protection of people, property and the environment.Testing, management and compliance of fire resistant characteristics in fibres and textile to reduce risk to the greatest extent possible will also be explored.
India is the 2nd fastest growing major economy in the world and inspite of the global economic scenario, the Building Construction & Infrastructure industry in India continues to boom.
Pre-engineered Buildings/Factories, Airport modernization / new airports projects, Metro Rail, New Hotel / Resorts, IT Parks, Retail Malls, Hypermarkets, Multiplexes, Integrated Townships etc are still buzzwords today in India's booming Building Construction & Infrastructure industry.
The Roof India Exhibition is Asia's largest Roofing & Allied Products Event andprovides the ideal platform for the building construction and infrastructure industry fraternity to converge, network and strike lucrative business deals and establish business partnerships & joint ventures.
Geelong, Australia, 3 to 6 November 2015
ATC is one of the world-leading conferences in the textile and fibre field and takes place biannually at Asian countries in turn.
For more information visit their website: Asian Textile Conference
ATC are extremely fortunate to be able to bring together highly respected members of the global textile and fibre research community to enrich the knowledge exchange at this important conference. Keynote speakers for the 13th Asian Textile Conference include:
Design and Practical Realisation of Architectural Membrane Structures
This workshop takes place in Berlin from May 11-13 2015. It ties in well with the Frankfurt from May 4-7 2015
Once again, the organizers have successfully arranged an interesting workshop programme. Following the presentations in the mornings, you can take part in the interactive hands-on afternoon sessions on Architectural Membrane Structures with experts from all over the world. As usual, technet GmbH is one of the main sponsors of the workshop and we are looking forward to meeting you in Berlin. technet GmbH is an LSAA member.
Leading International Trade Fair for Technical Textiles and Nonwovens
Techtextil is the leading international trade fair for technical textiles and nonwovens. With over 1,300 exhibitors from 48 countries and around 27,500 visitors from 97 different nations, Techtextil amounts to the world's central marketing and sourcing platform for users and manufacturers of technical textiles and nonwovens.
Why not take advantage of the opportunity to visit the show from 4 to 7 May 2015, to meet a host of international business contacts and to experience this centre of innovation in Frankfurt am Main at first hand?
For more information please visit: techtextil website
Workshop 2011 - Design of Tension Shadecloth Shade Structures
Supported by Engineers Australia for CPD Credits
Tensioned membrane structures have become an important structural form for both large span roof structures as well as for smaller covered areas which also serve as an architectural statement. This seminar is an opportunity to learn about the basic structural design parameters, material selection, fabrication and erection techniques.
IABSE IASS Symposium 2011 - "Taller Longer Lighter"
Date: October 23-25 2013 at Orlando, Florida
IFAI has rebranded its 2013 Expo to more closely align with traditional textile markets and to serve the growth and demand for advanced textiles.
The IFAI Specialty Fabrics Expo 2013 and new Advanced Textiles Conference & Trade Show will be held October 23 – 25 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
As an added bonus, IFAI is co-locating with the Specialty Graphics Imaging Association, SGIA Expo 2013.
For further details - see the IFAI Expo website http://ifaiexpo.com/
Specialised Textiles Association 2014 Expo
The LSAA is combining with the Specialized Textiles Association to bring you a combined trade expo supported by conference presentations.
The event will be held at the Crowne Plaza in the Hunter Valley NSW from May 31 to June 2 2014.
The traditional STA Trade Expo will be different in that the Exhibition area will only be "open" from 11am to 2pm. Outside of these times, several parallel Conference Sessions will take place.
The LSAA will be giving a structured and educational series of presentations over two days covering "Tensioned Fabric Structures" - Australian History, Design Principles, Materials, Applications, Basic Engineering Understanding and Lessons to be Learnt.
LSAA and STA Members and other industry supporters or exhibitors may wish to download the following Advert (PDF)
Enquiries for exhibitors and registrations to attend the Conference may be directed in the first instance to the STA
For further information contact Ana on 03 9521 2114
or email
STA website: www.specialisedtextiles.com.au
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