Corrosion protection in building materials has a relevant weight when building in susceptible environments. Considering the right coating for the products used, the distance from the environment and how exposed the materials will be can help you to define what type of corrosion protection is adequated for your project. The question is what corrosion protection […]

VUETRADE Speed Brace and how do you use them in roof bracing application? A pre-punched, rigid bracing primarily used for top chord roof bracing. Manufactured and pre-formed angle for easy installation and guarantees excellent tension capacity.

CASE STUDY: Stainless Steel 304 and Stainless Steel 316; what is the difference? VUETRADE supplies Timber Connector products manufactured in Stainless Steel Type 304 and Type 316 depending on the needs of different applications and requirements. The question is often asked, which type should I use?

CASE STUDY: Why it is not recommended to install a galvanised product with stainless steel connector plate nail or vice versa? Often in the timber connector industry, most timber connector companies regularly recommended that stainless steel products should never be fixed with galvanised fasteners – nails, screw etc. and vice versa.  VUETRADE uphold this practice […]

Discussion Subject: Subfloor Punched Vent Air Flow Restriction Due To Bushfire Mesh Will the introduction of bushfire mesh affect air flow through a subfloor vent? The answer to this question is yes, it will affect the air flow.  However, there are several factors that builders, engineers and building surveyors should take in consideration when determining […]