Construction: Call for Members
The construction industry is undergoing a transformation. An increasing emphasis on sustainability, circular economy principles, and the rise of modular and off-site construction means that lightweight materials such as light gauge steel and engineered timber are becoming central to modern structural design.
Call for members
The NSAI are actively seeking support and advice from construction professionals on the topics of structural design with lightweight materials, in particular light gauge steel and mass engineered timber. Whether a designer, consultant, academic, or contractor, your insights can help ensure that Ireland’s standards reflect best practice and support innovation.
The NSAI is particularly interested in hearing from technical professionals or industry experts looking to get involved in new technical committees in the following areas;
- Light Gauge Steel (LGS) Technical Committee to scope the potential for a National LGS standard,
- Mass Engineered Timber (MET) Technical Committee to scope the potential for a National MET standard,
- EN 1995-1-2 - Eurocode 5 – Design of timber structures – Part 1-2: Structural fire design – to develop the National Annex for EN 1995-1-2.
Some benefits of committee membership:
- Shape National Guidance: Play a direct role in developing standards that influence how structures are designed and built across Ireland.
- Earn CPD Hours: Committee participation is recognised by professional bodies including Engineers Ireland, ACEI, CIAT, RIAI, CABE, and IBCI.
- Network and Collaborate: Engage with peers across disciplines, share ideas, and stay at the forefront of structural design.
- Support Sustainability: Help embed sustainable practices and materials into national design standards.
- Ensure standards support the safe and efficient use of modular and off-site construction methods.
- Training is provided to support you on your standards development journey.
How to get involved
For more information on the above, you can contact Mr. Pat Carolan (Standards Development Manager – Construction) at pat.carolan@nsai.ie
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