Sponsors

AFS Systems – For over 20 years, our innovative propriety wall systems afs logicwall® and afs rediwall®, have facilitated the speedy and cost-efficient installation of load-bearing walls in multi-residential and commercial projects throughout Australia, New Zealand, the US, UK, and Canada.

These permanent formwork systems are the first-choice for builders wanting rapid installation, consistent high quality finishes, and a long-life alternative to slower conventional construction methods. The lightweight permanent formwork solutions offer ease of materials handling as they aren’t crane dependent culminating in, accelerated construction times as a result of faster floor-to-floor cycles – all whilst significantly reducing on-site waste.

The complete range of PVC and fibre cement systems are compliant, independently verified and guaranteed to meet Australian Building Codes and Standards, ensuring engineers, architects, builders of multi-residential and commercial projects conform to strict industry regulations.

BarChip Inc (Previously – Elasto Plastic Concrete) – BarChip Inc is the leading global supplier of structural synthetic fibre reinforcement for concrete and shotcrete. BarChip Inc revolutionary BarChip fibres are used as reinforcement in concrete and shotcrete, replacing welded wire mesh and steel fibres. BarChip Inc is an organization focused on providing our customers the highest level of technical and application support. Our team of engineering, concrete and plastics specialist continually redefine the limits of synthetic fibre technology, delivering unmatched performance and usability to BarChip Inc clients around the word. BarChip Inc supplies BarChip synthetic fibre reinforcement into every major construction sector and for all types of projects. We’ve built our reputation on the strength of our people and on our products which have been tried and tested by major corporations and engineering experts worldwide.

Boral Cement – Quality control, innovation and an ongoing program for continual improvement has taken Boral Cement to the forefront of the Australian cement industry. Boral Cement supplies bulk cements and cement blends, bagged cements and drymixes in both NSW and Victoria. Building professionals can be assured that their laboratories are equipped with the latest technology and equipment. Instruments like the Scanning Electron Microscopy, ambient and high temperature X-ray diffractometry, auto X-ray fluorescence and calorimetry provide chemical analysis and measurement of important properties such as mineralogical and morphological composition and heat of hydration. Boral Cement places a high priority on making sure you receive the right materials when and where you want them. Their sophisticated delivery network includes dual gauge rail transport, which can deliver vast quantities of material to metropolitan and regional rail depots. From here it is decanted into trucks for immediate delivery to your site. In addition to cementitious products, Boral Cement supplies oxides, grouts, sands, repair products and demolition agents for a variety of applications.

Cement & Concrete Services not only conduct a range of professional technical courses throughout Australia each year, they also supply a good range of technical publications aimed at the engineering, building and construction industry generally. Design engineers who are looking for good Australian publications on concrete structural design (reinforced and prestressed), cement & concrete materials, steel design and wind actions design need only to complete the Seminar Services Australia publication form and then either fax it back to us with all the necessary payment details or else just send a cheque for the amount owed. Go to the Publications menu for the full list of publications available.

Danley Construction Products – This company is one of the leading manufacturers of dowels, joints and many other construction products. Originating in Queensland this company is now a major Australian supplier of construction products. A new Sydney office was officially opened in February 2006 at Seven Hills NSW. Further information on Danley products can be obtained from the Danley website www.danley.com.au

Engineering Accountants & Advisors is a Sydney based boutique accounting firm specialising in the engineering sector. Drawing upon a wealth of experience in taxation and business advisory, we are in a prime position to offer you and your business advice, support and service across all facets of your life and financial interests. Services provided include Income Tax Return Preparation, GST & BAS Assistance, Financial Accounts Preparation, Business Set Up, Cashflow And Debt Management, Management Reporting, Self Managed Superannuation, Business Consulting. For more information please contact us at admin@engineeringaccountants.com.au or on +61 2 8850 4064.

FINE Civil Engineering Software are among the leading developers of structural engineering software in the Czech Republic and worldwide. They design and sell software for static analysis, dimensioning since geotechnics since 1989. GEO5 is considered one of the best Geotechnical Design software in the market. The software is that it is very user-friendly and the manuals which are incorporated within the software describe the theory and input parameters in great detail.

Granor Rubber & Engineering is a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of structural bearings and expansion joint products for use in bridges, multi-level car parks, and other major structures. As well as its range of locally manufactured products Granor also represents leading international brands such as Taylor Devices and FIP Industriale with some of the world’s best products in specialty areas such as anti-seismic devices. Granor has been supplying to the Australian and New Zealand construction sectors since 1972 and regularly exports to projects all over the world. For more information including technical advice please contact us at info@granor.com.au or on +61 3 9762 9699.

Independent Cement & Lime Pty Ltd – together with its subsidiary companies Steel Cement Limited and Building Products Supplies Pty Ltd was established in 1987. Independent Cement and Lime is an independent specialist supplier of cement and cement blended products to a wide variety of industries and major retail outlets throughout Victoria and NSW. Further information can be obtained by accessing the Industry Links section of this website.