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Masterspec NOTES for September 2026

• September Release: Masterspec Outline
• Updates and Amendments to Electrical Work Section — August 2026
• Training future and current industry professionals
• 📅 CPD Schedule
• 💻 CPD On-Demand
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4234FV Forte Millboard Envello Cladding
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4259BT Brickworks Thin Tech Plus Cladding System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4311MI Metalcraft Met-Therm Warm Roof System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4311MT Metalcraft Espan-Therm Warm Roof System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4337PD Plytech Plywood - Roofing
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5811HS Haptix Vision Impaired Signage
• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES for September 2026
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Archityne | WORK SECTION: 4424AR Archityne RENOLIT ALKORPLAN Roofing & Decking Membranes

Masterspec NOTES for August 2026

• Predictive address search is now live
• New EPD Data added to NECO₂ — Altus window and door systems
• Masterspec South Island Training
• 📅 CPD Schedule
• 💻 CPD On-Demand
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4165MV Masons Roof and Wall Ventilation Products
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4337IP IPL NZ Plywood - Roofing
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4414SH Sika Hydrotech Waterproofing System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 7112AR APD Rainworx Rain Harvesting System
• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES for August 2026

Masterspec NOTES for July 2026

• Open API Trials: Embodied carbon data linked directly into your tools
• EV Charging Facility to Become Mandatory for New Domestic Garages
• Masterspec Specified by JTB Architects: Flow House
• 📅 CPD Schedule
• 💻 CPD On-Demand
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3114KU Koolfoam Underslab Insulation
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4852AB ACMF Aluminium Balustrades
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5433PF Plytech Plywood - Flooring
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6122SF Sika - Floor Preparation, Levelling, Screeds
• NEW WORK SECTION: 7454AP APD Stormworx Pumping Stations
• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES for July 2026 Edition
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Celcrete South | WORK SECTION: 4282CP Celcrete 50mm Panel Veneer Cladding System

Masterspec NOTES for June 2026

• Masterspec Specified by JTB Architects: Port Tarakohe
• NECO₂ is a finalist in the 2026 Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) Awards - Supply Solutions category
• 📅 CPD Schedule
• 💻 CPD On-Demand
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5122BL BBI Plywood Linings
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5172KF Kingspan FibroTech Acoustic Panels
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6745DF Dulux Protective Coatings - Steelwork
• WORK SECTION UPDATE: 4273 Simulated Stone Facade Bonded Cladding
• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES for June 2026 Edition
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: International Panel & Lumber TA IPL Plywood | WORK SECTION: 5433IF IPL Plywood - Flooring
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Build Anatomy | WORK SECTION: 6813SD SoundDown Acoustic Floor Systems

Masterspec NOTES for May 2026

• AI Risk, Verification and Trust in New Zealand Construction Documentation
• Searching for Work Sections or Materials in Masterspec Library System
• Masterspec delivers free industry training nationally
• 📅 CPD Schedule
• 💻 CPD On-Demand
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3181SA Sika Chemical Anchors
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4257CA Conqueror CQ1000AWP Architectural Wall Panels
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4257CC Conqueror CQ1100CRP Coldstore Panels
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4257CR Conqueror CQ1000RWP Roof & Wall Trapezoidal Panels
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4257KK Kingspan K-Roc Insulated Wall Panels
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4257KN Kingspan KSN1100CS Coldstore Panels
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4721TA Terra Lana Acoustic Insulation
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6734BD Look Floors Bona Trafficable Timber Finishes
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6821AW Ardex Wedi Waterproofing System
• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES for May 2026 Edition
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Polymer Systems International | WORK SECTION: 3155QC QPOD Concrete Floor System
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: BBI Wood Products | WORK SECTION: 5433BF BBI Plywood Flooring
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: The Natural Paint Company | WORK SECTION: 6700NG Natural Paint Co Painting General
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: The Natural Paint Company | WORK SECTION: 6711NE Natural Paint Co Painting Exterior
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: The Natural Paint Company | WORK SECTION: 6721NI Natural Paint Co Painting Interior
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: United Supply Co | WORK SECTION: 7123UN United Hot & Cold Water Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Atlantis Bathroom Style | WORK SECTION: 7151AS Atlantis Shower Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Greenroofs | WORK SECTION: 8361GG Greenroofs Green Roof System

Masterspec NOTES for April 2026

• Why AI Changes How We Trust Construction Specifications
• Masterspec Specified: 211 High Street
• Are you making the most out of the latest Export tool options update?
• 📅 CPD Schedule
• 💻 CPD On-Demand
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5521AF Assa Abloy Door Hardware
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4257KT Kingspan KSN1000FC Roof & Wall Trapezoidal Panels
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4241SQ Steel & Tube QBT450 Wall Cladding
• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES for April 2026 Edition
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Ecoflow | WORK SECTION: 7464ES Ecoflow Sanitary Pump Station Systems

Masterspec NOTES for March 2026

• 2025 Building Code Update and Building Product Specifications
• 📅 CPD Schedule
• 💻 CPD On-Demand
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3129AA Allco CP10 Waterproofing Admixture for Concrete
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4710KN Knauf Thermal & Acoustic Insulation
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4711KT Knauf Thermal Insulation
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4721KA Knauf Acoustic Insulation
• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES for March 2026 Edition
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: GCP | WORK SECTION: 4131GT GCP Waterproofing & Tanking Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: GCP | WORK SECTION: 6742GF GCP Monokote Cementitious Fireproofing System

Masterspec NOTES for February 2026

• Next Update: Better Authentication & Export Control
• Upcoming Update to Specification Content – Important Notice for Specifiers
• 📅 CPD Schedule
• 💻 CPD On-Demand
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4258PG Paneltec Genesis Fibre Cement Cladding System
• Masterspec NOTES for February 2026 Edition
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Freeform Laminates | WORK SECTION: 5214FL Freeform Laminates Toilet & Shower Partitions
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Shelving Shop Group | WORK SECTION: 5512SN Novalok Hygiene Shelving & Storage Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Marchand | WORK SECTION: 6312MF Marchand Oak Flooring

Masterspec NOTES for January 2026

• The Positive Impacts of the Te Waihanga Infrastructure Pipeline on NZ Construction
• New Zealand Construction Update: Early Signs of Recovery in 2026
• 📅 CPD Schedule
• 💻 CPD On-Demand
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3813NE NelsonPine LVL Lintels Beams & Mass Timber Components
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4161ET Equus Soprema Sopraseal Air Barrier
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4251NF Alpolic FR Aluminium Composite Panel
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4710AW Autex Thermal & Acoustic Wool Insulation
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4711AW Autex Thermal Wool Insulation
• Masterspec NOTES for January 2026

Masterspec NOTES for December 2025

• Masterspec Specified: Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
• 5 Underrated NZ Holiday Spots for the Design-Conscious
• Masterspec Shutdown Period & Helpdesk
• 💻 CPD On-Demand - Learn at your own pace
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4582TF Thermosash Exterior Aluminium Fire Doors
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4824SJ Sika WABO Expansion Joint Systems
• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES December 2025 Edition!
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: HR Cement | WORK SECTION: 3101EM Eco-Max Concrete - Basic
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: HR Cement | WORK SECTION: 3102EM Eco-Max Concrete - Standard
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: HR Cement | WORK SECTION: 3129EM Eco-Max Concrete - Production
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Track Magic | WORK SECTION: 5531TM Matisse Curtain Track Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Vienna Woods | WORK SECTION: 6312VW Vienna Woods Engineered Timber Flooring

Masterspec NOTES for November 2025

• Masterspec at the NZ Architectural Design Conference 2025
• Masterspec Specified: Air New Zealand Hangar 4 by Studio Pacific Architecture
• 📅 In-Person CPD Schedule
• 💻 CPD On-Demand - Learn at your own pace
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4521TA Thermosash Schüco Aluminium Windows & Doors
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4871AL Aurae Aluminium Louvre Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4871PA PSP Archi-line Aluminium Battens
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5241NZ Pacific Doors Interior Fire Doors & Windows
• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES November 2025 Edition!
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Aquaheat New Zealand | WORK SECTION: 4522CL Colt Performance Louvre Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: SRS Group NZ | WORK SECTION: 4921SB SRS X-TEND Stainless Steel Tensile Mesh
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Heritage Carpets | WORK SECTION: 6512HC Heritage Carpets Tiles

Masterspec NOTES for October 2025

• In Case You Missed It: NECO₂ Has Officially Launched
• Masterspec Specified: Award Winning He Whare Hono ō Tūwharetoa by DCA Architects of Transformation
• Masterspec Specified: Award Winning Flockhill Sugarloaf by Hierarchy Group
• Masterspec Specified: Award Winning Miller Residences by Oliver Andrew Associates
• Bridging the Gap: Empowering Better Specifications for Builders
• 📅 CPD Schedule
• 🆕💻 CPD On-Demand - Learn at your own pace
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4257KE Kingspan Evolution Panelised Facade
• NEW WORK SECTION: 7453MS Marshall StormCell Stormwater Detention System
• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES October 2025 Edition!
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Sabre Adhesives | WORK SECTION: 4811SS Sabre Sealant and Adhesives

NECO₂ is Live – Explore NZ’s New Embodied Carbon Data Repository

• In collaboration with
• A New Era for Sustainable Specification Starts Now

Masterspec NOTES for September 2025

• Masterspec Publishes Over 200 eCerts — More Verified Product Info at Your Fingertips
• Some good news for the sector?
• Growing Civil & Landscaping Work Sections
• 📅 CPD Schedule
• 💻 CPD On-Demand - Learn at your own pace
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4172KS Kingspan STEICO Wood Fibre Exterior Insulation
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4241DC Dimond Dimondclad Interlock Cladding
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4241DE Dimond Eurotray Cladding
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4252MP Mulford PaneLux A1 Solid Aluminium Cladding System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4311KS SmartTherm 710 Insulated Roof System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4311SE Steel & Tube QBT450 Metal Tray Roofing
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5244PD Pacific Doors Acoustic Doors & Windows
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6211MW Mapei Wall Tiling
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6312GT Godfrey Hirst Timber Flooring
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6512AR Armstrong Carpet Tiles
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6811AS Aquamox Wet Area Underlay System
• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES September 2025 Edition!
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Proframe | WORK SECTION: 4381PD Proframe Deck Framing System
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Alex Distributors | WORK SECTION: 5512AV Alex Visual Presentation & Communication Products
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Tetral Industries | WORK SECTION: 5531MT Mactrac Curtain Tracks - Healthcare, Residential, Shower & Bathroom
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Trade Supplies | WORK SECTION: 6211TT Technokolla Wall Tiling & Waterproofing Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Trade Supplies | WORK SECTION: 6221TT Technokolla Floor Tiling & Waterproofing Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: APD | WORK SECTION: 7455AS APD Surface Water Retention & Detention Tanks

Masterspec NOTES for August 2025

• Masterspec Supports the Next Generation at SANNZ 2025
• Update Manager Additional Improvements
• 📅 CPD Schedule
• 🎓 CPD On-Demand - Learn at your own pace
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Alipro Height | WORK SECTION: 4861AL Alipro Height Walkway, Platform & Access Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Alipro Height | WORK SECTION: 7938AL Alipro Height Fall Protection Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Windoware | WORK SECTION: 5531WC Windoware Curtain Track & Blind Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: NSL Group | WORK SECTION: 7813NH NSL Hearing Assistance Audio Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3197FC Fosroc Concrete Repair Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4285SC Specialized Plaster & Finishing System for ICF
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5163JB JSC Clipp Timber Batten System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6312BT Belgotex Hardened & Engineered Timber Flooring
• NEW WORK SECTION: 7382AS Allproof TBA FIREFLY Passive Fire Protection Systems
• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES August 2025 Edition!

Masterspec NOTES for July 2025

• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES July 2025 Edition
• Updates to Your Masterspec Project Dashboard
• New National Embodied Carbon Repository for Smarter Carbon Decisions
• We were at SESOC Conference 2025
• 💻 Webinar CPD Schedule
• 📅 In-person CPD Schedule
• 🆕 CPD On-Demand - Learn at your own pace
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4252DC SpectraForm SFUT Aluminium Unitised Cassette Facade System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4252DR SpectraForm SF45 Aluminium Vertical Rail Facade System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4432ET Equus Matacryl Trafficable Waterproofing System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4711CW CosyWall Thermal Insulation For Existing Walls
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4811FS Fosroc Industrial & Commercial Sealants
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5313GS GIB® Rondo® Metal Ceiling Batten Systems For GIB® Plasterboards
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6211AW Ardex Wall Tiling
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6314BL Belgotex Laminated Flooring

Masterspec NOTES for June 2025

• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES June 2025 Edition
• Requesting Work Section Support
• We're exhibiting at SESOC Conference 2025!
• Featured FAQ from our Help Desk
• 💻 Webinar CPD Schedule
• 📅 In-person CPD Schedule
• 🆕 CPD On-Demand - Learn at your own pace
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: ColorCote | WORK SECTION: 4241CC ColorCote Metal Cladding
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: ColorCote | WORK SECTION: 4311CR ColorCote Metal Roofing
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Mac Direct | WORK SECTION: 4221MH MacDirect Macrocarpa Horizontal Timber Cladding
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Mac Direct | WORK SECTION: 4221MV MacDirect Macrocarpa Vertical Timber Cladding
• NEW WORK SECTION: 8432SF Stratco Metal Fencing & Gates

Masterspec NOTES for May 2025

• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES May 2025 Edition
• Green Star Buildings NZ – June 2025 Updates
• User Guide for Running the New Update Manager (2025 Version)
• FAQ from our Help Desk
• 💻 Webinar CPD Schedule
• 📅 In-person CPD Schedule
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5131FC Featurecraft Timber 3D Plank Linings
• NEW WORK SECTION: 8324TD Terra Lana Dagmat Wool Landscaping Textiles
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3163ME Masons Enviro AAC Flooring System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4861GW Goleman Walkway, Platform & Access Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6211B Bostik Wall Tiling & Waterproofing Solutions

Masterspec NOTES for April 2025

• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES April 2025 Edition
• Update Manager New Features
• eCert Document Referencing and Scheduling
• CPD On-Demand: Understanding Environmental Certifications with EDGE Impact and Masterspec
• 💻 Webinar CPD Schedule
• 📅 In-person CPD Schedule
• NEW GENERIC WORK SECTION: 8681 Rigid Road Safety Barriers
• NEW GENERIC WORK SECTION: 8671 Culverts
• UPDATED GENERIC WORK SECTION: 4271 Natural Stone Veneer Cladding
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Network Architecturalm | WORK SECTION: 4251NN Alpolic NC Aluminium Composite Panel
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4381UT Unex TreadTech Aluminium Deck Framing
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4855UG Unex Frameless Glass Architectural Barrier Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5172TF T&R Floc Wool Acoustic Linings
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3197SC Sika Concrete Repair and Protection
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4855GB Glass Projects Balustrade Systems

Masterspec NOTES for March 2025

• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES March 2025 Edition
• 💻 Special Webinar About the National Embodied Carbon Repository for Construction with Edge Impact
• eCert Certifications
• Low Damage Seismic Design resources (Building Performance Website)
• 💻 Webinar CPD Schedule
• 📅 In-person CPD Schedule
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Look Floors | WORK SECTION: 6122LF Look Floors Screeds & Substrate Preparation
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Look Floors | WORK SECTION: 6491LF Look Floors Adhesives for Resilient Flooring
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Look Floors | WORK SECTION: 6591LF Look Floors Adhesives for Carpet and Carpet Tiles
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: ScapeSpec | WORK SECTION: 8321SM ScapeSpec Soil Media & Sub-grade Preparation
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: ScapeSpec | WORK SECTION: 8324SS ScapeSpec Surface Preparation Media
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4421NB Nuralite Nuraply 3PG Ballast & Green Roof System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4421NC Nuralite Nuraply 3PC Carpark Roof & Deck

Masterspec NOTES for February 2025

• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES February 2025 Edition
• Amendments To Structural Steel & Composite Concrete-Steel Floor System Sections
• New Certificates Updated & Uploaded to eCert
• New Export Formats
• 💻 Webinar CPD Schedule
• 📅 In-person CPD Schedule
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Aurae Ltd | WORK SECTION: 4933AW Aurae Window Shrouds
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Opus Hardware | WORK SECTION: 4855OG Opus Glass Balustrade Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Holcim (New Zealand) Ltd - Ready Mix | WORK SECTION: 3101HC Holcim Concrete - Basic
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Holcim (New Zealand) Ltd - Ready Mix | WORK SECTION: 3102HC Holcim Concrete - Standard
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Holcim (New Zealand) Ltd - Ready Mix | WORK SECTION: 3129HC Holcim Low Carbon Concrete Production
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4234AT Ampelite Thermoclick Translucent Facade System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4261CM CSR PGH Clay Brick Veneer Cladding
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6411JL Jacobsen Luxury Vinyl Tile & Plank Flooring

Masterspec NOTES for January 2025

• Welcome to Masterspec NOTES January 2025 Edition
• Carbon 2025 and Beyond: Building a More Sustainable Future for NZ Construction
• 💻 Webinar CPD Schedule
• 📅 In-person CPD Schedule
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4421AC Allco Casali Carpark Membrane System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 7451MS Marley Connecto Surface Drainage Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3129SW Sika Concrete Waterproofing
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6211SW Sika Wall Tiling & Waterproofing

Masterspec NOTES for December 2024

• Welcome to your last edition of Masterspec NOTES for 2024
• Successful launch of eCert
• Design Featured Article: The Oculus - New York's Symbol of Recovery and Innovation
• Masterspec Shutdown Period & Helpdesk
• Top 10 Christmas Gift Ideas for Architects & Designers 2024 Edition
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Biform Ltd | WORK SECTION: 4384BF BiForm Solid Composite Decking
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6512AK Advance Kinetex Tiles & Planks
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6512AT Advance Tretford Carpet Tiles
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4861AP APS Ladders, Walkways, Guardrails & Platforms
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4588MD Metalbilt Dock Loading Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5231RI Parkwood Commercial Interior Egress Doors
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4285SI Specialized Masonry Insulating System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 8437US Urban StabiFence System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6813WF Woodland PhoneStar Acoustic Board - Floors

Masterspec NOTES for November 2024

• Welcome to our November 2024 edition of Masterspec NOTES
• Introducing eCert: A Game-Changing Tool for Sustainable Construction
• 📍 Tue, 12 Nov | DUNEDIN CPD: Mastering Masterspec Specifications | ⭐ 20 CPD Points
• 📅 Wed, 20th Nov | Webinar: Mastering Masterspec Specification (condensed) |⭐20 CPD Points
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Newton Systems | WORK SECTION: 4131NW Newton Tanking & Waterproofing Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Kiwi Roofing | WORK SECTION: 4311KR SmartDek-710 Profiled Metal Roofing
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3101AC Allied Low Carbon Ecrete Concrete - Basic
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3102AC Allied Low Carbon Ecrete Concrete - Standard
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3129AC Allied Low Carbon Ecrete Concrete Production
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6742HF Hempel Wattyl Intumescent Coatings - Steelwork
• NEW WORK SECTION: 7352SC Schneider Electric Type 1 Domestic Smoke Alarm Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3421SL SRP Light Steel Framing - External

Masterspec NOTES for October 2024

• Welcome to our October 2024 edition of Masterspec NOTES
• Introducing the new search tool on your Masterspec workspace
• Masterspec at NZ Architectural Design Conference 2024 in Rotorua
• 📅 Wed, 23 Oct | Webinar: Masterspec CPD on NZCIC Guidelines Online |⭐10 CPD Points
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Armstrong Flooring NZ | WORK SECTION: 6411AL Armstrong Luxury Vinyl Tile and Planks
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Armstrong Flooring NZ | WORK SECTION: 6411AV Armstrong Vinyl Sheet Surfacing
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Greenz Building Supplies | WORK SECTION: 4521GA Greenz Aluminium Windows & Doors
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Vaico Global | WORK SECTION: 3412VS Vaico Seismic Restraint Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4422AR Ardex Warm Roof Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4311DW Dimond Advanced Roofing Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6512PF Project Floors Acoustic Carpet Tiles
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6813AU Woodland Acoustic Underlay
• IMPORTANT CBI & WORK SECTION UPDATES EVERY SPECIFIER SHOULD KNOW ABOUT

Masterspec NOTES for September 2024

• Welcome to our September edition of Masterspec NOTES
• New Regulations For Minor Changes to Pre-Approved and Consented Designs
• Specifier Training Events
• 📅 Tues, 17 Sept | Webinar: Masterspec CPD on MasterKey for Revit |⭐10 CPD Points
• 📅 Wed, 9 Oct | Webinar: Masterspec CPD on Mastering mDocs |⭐10 CPD Points
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Adlux | WORK SECTION: 4554AH Adlux Roof Windows
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Storetech Industries | WORK SECTION: 4855BG BelAire Glass Balustrade Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6411AD Advance Vinyl Surfacing
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4521EL EBSA Architectural Glass Louvre Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5431KF Kopine Particleboard Floors
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4241RP Roofing Industries Eurostyle® Panelok® Cladding
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5119SL saveBOARD Internal Linings
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6125SB Sika Secondary Containment, Bunds & Sewage
• NEW WORK SECTION: 7411ST Stratco Rainwater Disposal Systems

Masterspec NOTES for August 2024

• Welcome to this month's edition of Masterspec NOTES
• NZ Building Code Changes: Type 1 Domestic Smoke Alarms
• Specifier Training Events
• 📅 Wed, 14th Aug | Webinar: Masterspec CPD on MasterKey for ArchiCAD |⭐10 CPD Points
• 📍 Wed 21st Aug | NEW PLYMOUTH CPD: Mastering Masterspec Specifications | ⭐ 20 CPD Points
• 📍 Thu 22nd Aug | PALMERSTON NORTH CPD: Mastering Masterspec Specifications | ⭐ 20 CPD Points
• 📍 Wed 4th Sep | CHRISTCHURCH CPD: Mastering Masterspec Specifications | ⭐ 20 CPD Points
• 📍 Thu 5th Sep | QUEENSTOWN CPD: Mastering Masterspec Specifications | ⭐ 20 CPD Points
• 📅 Tue, 17th Sep | Webinar: Masterspec CPD on MasterKey for REVIT |⭐10 CPD Points
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Aquaknight Industries | WORK SECTION: 7412AD Aquaknight Roof, Deck And Balcony Drainage Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Frame Protection System | WORK SECTION: 4161FP FPS Weathertight System
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Price Holyoake (NZ) | WORK SECTION: 4522HL Holyoake Performance Louvres
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: LMA Timber | WORK SECTION: 4221LH LMA Hardwood Horizontal Cladding
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: LMA Timber | WORK SECTION: 4221LV LMA Hardwood Vertical Cladding
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6511AT Advance Tretford Carpeting
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6211JT Jacobsen Wall Tiling
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4821MR Masons E2 Redway Flashings
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4384PT PSP TimberTech Decking
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6125SW Sikafloor - Warehousing, Freezers & Logistics

Important Industry Announcement

• New Industry Initiative to Reduce Embodied Carbon of New Zealand Buildings
• Introducing CEED
• Building on a Strong Foundation of Collaboration

Masterspec NOTES for July 2024

• Welcome to this month's edition of Masterspec NOTES
• Specification Project Parameters for Improved Reporting
• Masterspec Announces New MasterKey4 for Revit 2025 Enhancements
• 📅 Wed, 24 July | Webinar: Masterspec CPD on NZCIC Guidelines Online | ⭐ 10 CPD Points
• 📍 Tues, 6 Aug | WELLINGTON CPD: Mastering Masterspec Specifications | ⭐ 20 CPD Points
• 📍 Tues, 7 Aug | PARAPARAUMU CPD: Mastering Masterspec Specifications | ⭐ 20 CPD Points
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Detec NZ | WORK SECTION: 4481DE Detec Electronic Leak Detection
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6512GW GH Commercial Wool Carpet Tiles
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4421NT Neuchâtel Torch Applied Roof & Deck Membrane
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4611VC Viridian Glass Commercial Exterior Glazing

Masterspec NOTES for June 2024

• Welcome to this month's edition of Masterspec NOTES
• NZ Building Code Changes
• NEW GENERIC WORK SECTION: 7352 Type 1 Domestic Smoke Alarm Systems
• Upcoming Specifier Training Events
• Xchange 2024: Technical Training Day & Conference
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Formance | WORK SECTION: 3876FS Formance Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Pacific Door Systems | WORK SECTION: 5258PD Pacific Doors Hospital Doors & Windows
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Soteria Group | WORK SECTION: 5241SF Soteria Interior Fire Doors
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Stellaria NZ | WORK SECTION: 3331SC Stellaria Porotherm Clay Block Walling System
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Vanguard Group | WORK SECTION: 8262VW Vanguard Vehicular Management
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4131AC Allco Casali Damp Proof Membrane
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5216AL Logicwall Intertenancy Wall System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4171CR Cemintel Rigid Air Barrier
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4131NT Neuchatel Damp Proofing and Tanking Membranes

Masterspec NOTES for May 2024

• Welcome to this month's edition of Masterspec NOTES
• 📅 This month's CPD Workshops in your location
• COMING NEXT MONTH: New Section for Interconnected Smoke Alarms in Homes
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Ampelite | WORK SECTIONS: 4242AT & 4312AR Ampelite Fibreglass Profiled Sheet Cladding & Roofing
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Glass Projects Ltd | WORK SECTION: 4611GE Glass Projects Exterior Glazing
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Glass Projects Ltd | WORK SECTION: 4612GI Glass Projects Interior Glazing
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Steelguard Ltd | WORK SECTION: 4531SG Steelguard Steel Windows & Doors
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Steelguard Ltd | WORK SECTION: 4582SG Steelguard Steel Fire Rated Windows & Doors
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Stratco | WORK SECTIONS: 4241SC & 4311SR Stratco Profiled Metal Cladding & Roofing
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Stratco | WORK SECTIONS: 4241ST & 4311ST Stratco Profiled Metal Tray Cladding & Roofing
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5311BF Bates Fenta Hygiene Suspended Ceiling Tile System
• NEW WORK SECTIONS: 4258NB, 4258SB & 4258SS Cemintel Territory Cladding, Barestone Cladding & Surround Cladding
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5134NB Cemintel Territory Lining
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5171EF Elephant Plasterboard (EPB) Fire and Sound Linings
• NEW WORK SECTION: 3181MC Mapei Chemical Anchoring
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4843MO Moddex Ezibilt Modular Stair, Ramp and Decks

Masterspec NOTES for April 2024

• Welcome to the April 2024 Edition of The Masterspec NOTES!
• 📅 Wed, 10 April | Webinar CPD: MasterKey for ArchiCAD | ⭐ 10 CPD Points
• 📅 Thu, 11 April | CPD: Mastering Masterspec Specifications HAMILTON | ⭐ 20 CPD Points
• 📅 Wed, 24 April | Webinar CPD: MasterKey for REVIT | ⭐ 10 CPD Points
• MUST READ: Understanding Project Scope and How to Specify Window Systems
• INDUSTRY NEWS: MBIE Building Consent System Review - Overview and Update
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: AquaGo ChemChek Group NZ Ltd | WORK SECTION: 7151AG Aquago Chemchek Water Dispensing Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Rodeca New Zealand | WORK SECTION: 4234AR Rodeca Facade System
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Safe-R Insulation (NZ) Ltd | WORK SECTION: 4710ST Safe-R TruFill Blown-in Insulation
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Safe-R Insulation (NZ) Ltd | WORK SECTION: 4711ST Safe-R TruFill Blown-in Thermal Insulation
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Techlam Ltd | WORK SECTION: 3813TE Techlam Engineered Timber Products
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Uno Windows & Doors Limited | WORK SECTION: 4521UA Uno Aluminium Windows & Doors
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Uno Windows & Doors Limited | WORK SECTION: 4521UC Uno Commercial Aluminium Windows & Doors
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5512DL DuraPlan Commercial Bathroom Fixtures
• NEW WORK SECTION: 7421WD Warmup Interior Floor Waste Systems

Masterspec NOTES for March 2024

• Welcome to the March 2024 Edition of Masterspec NOTES!
• Thanks for Joining Us at the in:situ Conference
• Webinar: Masterspec CPD Training - Office Masters
• NEWS: Controversy Erupts as Egypt Renovates Pyramid with Granite
• NEWS: Japanese Architect Riken Yamamoto Wins Prestigious Pritzker Prize
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNERS AND WORK SECTIONS THIS MONTH
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Fisher & Paykel Appliances Limited | WORK SECTION: 7126HM Haier Monoblock Heat Pump Hot Water System
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Vulcan Steel Ltd | WORK SECTION: 4252VH Vulcan Ultraclad Horizontal Weatherboards
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Vulcan Steel Ltd | WORK SECTION: 4252VV Vulcan Ultraclad Vertical Weatherboards
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4711AP Autex Greenstuf PIR Insulation
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4871BG Belcanto Grappler Balconies
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5253HH Hallmark Healthcare Doors
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4711KN Knauf SmartFacade Thermal Insulation
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4131ST Sealco Tanking Systems

Masterspec NOTES for February 2024

• Masterspec NOTES for February 2024
• John Scott's Waitangi Legacy
• Building Code Updates 2023-2024
• 📅 9 Feb | WEBINAR : Masterspec Workshop for Specifiers
• 📅 21 Feb | See you at the in:situ Conference
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: KLC Limited | WORK SECTION: 4221KH KLC Horizontal Weatherboard Cladding System
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: KLC Limited | WORK SECTION: 4221KV KLC Vertical Cladding System
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: The Lumberbank NZ Ltd | WORK SECTION: 3813LT Lumberbank Engineered Timber Beams & Posts
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Proline Protective Coatings Limited | WORK SECTION: 6745PJ Proline Jotun Protective Coatings - Steelwork
• NEW WORK SECTION: 7151ND Newline Dryfit Shower System

Masterspec NOTES for January 2024

• Wishing You a Prosperous New Year
• Masterspec Year in Review 2023: Advancing Transparency, Collaboration, and Compliance
• NZIA in:situ Conference in February 2024
• Generic Work Section on Tiling Update 6221 & 6211
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Northsawn Lumber Ltd | WORK SECTION: 3821NS NST CodeRight Dryframe H3.2 Timber Framing
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5121KS Kingspan Acoustic Wood Wool Panels
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Glideaway Garage Doors Ltd | WORK SECTION: 4576GE Glideaway Commercial & Industrial Exterior Doors
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Newline Group Ltd | WORK SECTION: 7151NS Newline Sanitary Bathroom Accessories
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: NZPM Group Limited | WORK SECTION: 7150ME Metrix Sanitary Fixtures, Tapware & Accessories
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Pensa Doors NZ Limited | WORK SECTION: 4576PC Pensa Commercial & Industrial Doors & Grilles
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Pensa Doors NZ Limited | WORK SECTION: 4576PS Pensa Champion Special Function Doors
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Pensa Doors NZ Limited | WORK SECTION: 4588PD Pensa Loading Dock Door And Shelter Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6211AP Archant Porcelain Wall Tiling
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6221AP Archant Porcelain Floor Tiling

Masterspec NOTES for December 2023

• Seasons Greetings
• Masterspec Shutdown Period & Helpdesk
• NZCIC Guidelines Responsibility Schedule Goes Digital
• Top 10 Christmas Gift Ideas for Architects & Designers in 2023
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Glideaway Garage Doors Ltd | WORK SECTION: 4576GE Glideaway Commercial & Industrial Exterior Doors
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Newline Group Ltd | WORK SECTION: 7151NS Newline Sanitary Bathroom Accessories
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: NZPM Group Limited | WORK SECTION: 7150ME Metrix Sanitary Fixtures, Tapware & Accessories
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Pensa Doors NZ Limited | WORK SECTION: 4576PC Pensa Commercial & Industrial Doors & Grilles
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Pensa Doors NZ Limited | WORK SECTION: 4576PS Pensa Champion Special Function Doors
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Pensa Doors NZ Limited | WORK SECTION: 4588PD Pensa Loading Dock Door And Shelter Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6211AP Archant Porcelain Wall Tiling
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6221AP Archant Porcelain Floor Tiling

Masterspec NOTES for November 2023

• Welcome to our November Notes
• BCA Requests to Modify Manufacturers Technical Content
• Exceptional Architectural Projects in New Zealand
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Archant Limited | WORK SECTION: 5517AP Archant Porcelain Benchtops
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Archant Limited | WORK SECTION: 5161AW Archant WovenPanel Decorative Wire Mesh
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Stop Digging NZ Limited | WORK SECTION: 2314SS Stop Digging Screw Piles
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Wools of New Zealand Holdings Ltd | WORK SECTION: 6512WW WNZ Wool Carpet Tiles
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4258SB Cemintel Barestone Cladding
• NEW WORK SECTION: 7421BA Steel & Tube Blucher SS Sanitary Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 7461BB Steel & Tube Blucher SS Drainage Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 7421BC Steel & Tube Blucher SS Floor Outlet Systems

Masterspec NOTES for October 2023

• Welcome to October NOTES
• New Specification Parameters
• Masterpec Specified: Award Winning Taharoto Lane by X Studio Architects
• Masterpec Specified: Award Winning Soaring Box House by Turner Road Architecture
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Urban Group Limited | WORK SECTION: 8432UG Urban Group Fencing & Gate Systems
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Godfrey Hirst New Zealand | WORK SECTION: 6512GH GHC Carpet Tiles
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4611AG AGP Glazing Commercial
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5511AB Bates Purecoat Cabinetry & Joinery
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5172CD Comfortech dbSorb Acoustic Systems
• NEW WORK SECTION: 8691MP Mapei Polyurea Concrete Protection System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4257MA Metalcraft Aspire PIR Insulated Panels
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4258SS State Of Clad Surround Cladding System

Masterspec NOTES for September 2023

• Welcome to September 2023 NOTES
• Silica - Understanding the Risks
• Masterspec Partners with NZCIC & CSA to Digitise the new NZCIC Guidelines
• Feature International Project: Al Bahr Towers in Abu Dhabi
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: AJ Bates Ltd<br>WORK SECTION: 5122AB Bates Plyplay Plywood Lining
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER: Conqueror NZ Ltd<br>WORK SECTION: 4711CI CNZ Insulation
• NEW WORK SECTION: 6742DI Dulux Firetex Intumescent Coatings - Steelwork
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5517ND Durasein Solid Acrylic Benchtops
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5123LS Strandboard Timber Board Linings By Laminex
• NEW WORK SECTION: 5511NU Ultraglaze Decorative Acrylic Panels
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4427VW Viking Warmspan² Steel Insulated Roof System
• NEW WORK SECTION: 4422VT Viking Warmspan² Timber Insulated Roof System

Masterspec NOTES for August 2023

• Updates to Greenstar and Homestar Sections
• Streamlined Documentation and Error Prevention with Masterspec
• Belle View House Waiheke: An Innovative Design Response
• How Specifiers Reduce Risks by using Masterspec's Work Section Support
• Specifier Training in Christchurch (16th) and Wellington (24th)
• NEW SECTION: 6511JC Jacobsen Carpeting
• NEW SECTION: 5124JI JSC Timber Interior Linings
• NEW SECTION: 4432MP Mapei Polyurea Sprayed Membrane System
• NEW SECTION: 4721PI Premier Insulation - Acoustic
• NEW SECTION: 4259TT Thermosash Terracotta Cladding System

Masterspec Notes July 2023

• Welcome to your Masterspec NOTES for July 2023
• What makes a specification great?
• Defintion of Specification for 2023
• 20 Chairs Designed by Architects Compared to their Buildings
• NEW PARTNER - 7544CR Central Heating Radiator Systems
• NEW PARTNER - 7545CU Central Heating Underfloor Heating Systems
• NEW PARTNER - 4710PR Premier Thermal & Acoustic Insulation
• NEW PARTNER - 4711PI Premier Insulation - Thermal
• NEW SECTION - 4421EN Equus Nova-SK Flameless Roof & Deck Membrane by Soprema
• NEW SECTION - 4421ES Equus Soprasun Plus Roof & Deck Membrane by Soprema
• NEW SECTION - 5171MI Masons Intertenancy Wall System
• NEW SECTION - 5517NW Wilsonart Laminate Benchtops

Masterspec NOTES June 2023

• Welcome to your Masterspec NOTES for June 2023
• In Memory of Jeremy Gestro
• Revised Masterspec Sections for Concrete
• NEW SECTION: 4582AA ACMF Fire Rated Aluminium Windows & Doors
• NEW SECTION: 4871GV Glass Vice Aluminium Louvres & Screens
• NEW SECTION: 4231HO James Hardie® Oblique™ Weatherboard Cladding
• NEW SECTION: 6411WV Woodland Acoustic Vinyl Flooring

Masterspec NOTES May 2023

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MAY 2023
• KEY FACTORS WHEN ADDRESSING BCA REQUESTS
• NEW FUNCTIONALITY #1: CLAUSE IN REVIEW
• NEW FUNCTIONALITY #2: CLAUSE ACTIONS & DATE STAMP OF LAST UPDATE
• NEW PARTNER: 6141AC Absolute Concrete Floor Solutions
• NEW PARTNER: 4541AU Ameribuild uPVC Windows & Doors
• NEW PARTNER: 4541HP Homerit PVC-U Windows & Doors
• NEW SECTION: 6813AU Advance Acoustic Underlay
• NEW SECTION: 3151MC Metalcraft Composite Floor System
• NEW SECTION: 4855VB Viridian Glass Balustrade Systems
• NEW SECTION: 6811WM Warmup Marmox Insulated Underlay System

Masterspec NOTES April 2023

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR APRIL 2023
• Are You Getting Warranties Right?
• Screw Pile Solutions: Foundation Alternative
• Revised Sections - Timber Structures
• New Partner: Saveboard Betterbrace Rigid Air Barrier
• New Section: Thermosash Alucolux Solid Aluminium Cladding
• New Section: Thermosash Insite Rainscreen Cladding Support System
• New Section: Youngman Richardson Husqvarna Superfloor Polished Concrete

Masterspec NOTES March 2023

• KEEPING UP WITH THE LATEST TIMBER DESIGN STANDARDS
• FUTURE INFRASTRUCTURE SUMMIT : INDUSTRY SOLUTIONS
• ABU DHABI ARCHITECTURE DELIVERS EXTREME SURPRISES
• NEW PARTNER ACMF FACADE LOUVRES & SCREENS
• NEW SECTION IBS KALSI FIBRE CEMENT LININGS

Masterspec NOTES February 2022

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR FEBRUARY 2023
• SCREW PILES - AN ALTERNATIVE FOOTPRINT
• STEEL SCREW PILES 2314 - A NEW MASTERSPEC SECTION
• SUMMARY OF H1 CHANGES - FROM BRANZ
• THE SKYSCRAPER WITH UNDULATING "HILLSIDE" FACADES
• SHOWCASE YOUR PROJECTS
• NEW PARTNER ARCHIMAX ALUMINIUM CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW SECTION ABODO TIMBER LININGS
• NEW SECTION FREEDOM STRIDEMASTER TIMBER WALKWAY INSERTS
• NEW SECTION MAPEI TIMBER FLOOR SYSTEMS
• NEW SECTION MASONS BARRICADE WEATHER DEFENSE SYSTEM
• RELEASED IN JANUARY NOTES
• NEW PARTNER PCGNZ WITH METWOOD WOODGRAIN & SPECIAL FINISHES
• NEW SECTION COMFORTECH SUSPENDED PLANK, PANEL & METAL CEILINGS
• NEW SECTION IBS RIGIDRAP XT RAB SYSTEM
• NEW SECTION JURALCO FRAMELESS GLASS BALUSTRADES

January 2023

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JANUARY 2023
• SKYLIGHTS & MEETING THE H1 REQUIREMENTS
• BUILDING ACT CHANGES TO SUPPORT CLIMATE CHANGE GOALS
• REPORT ON SUBMISSIONS TO IMPROVE THE CONSENTING PROCESS
• START THE YEAR OFF WITH A REFRESHER COURSE IN MASTERSPEC
• RELAX AND REDISCOVER THE OLD SKILLS IN THE NEW YEAR
• NEW PARTNER PCGNZ WITH METWOOD WOODGRAIN & SPECIAL FINISHES
• NEW SECTION COMFORTECH SUSPENDED PLANK, PANEL & METAL CEILINGS
• NEW SECTION IBS RIGIDRAP XT RAB SYSTEM
• NEW SECTION JURALCO FRAMELESS GLASS BALUSTRADES

Masterspec NOTES December 2022

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR DECEMBER 2022
• UPDATED TIMBER STRUCTURES STANDARD
• BRANZ H1 SCHEDULE METHOD TOOL
• MASTERSPEC CLOSING HOURS AND EMERGENCY HELP CONTACT
• SUBSCRIBE TO BUILDING CODEHUB UPDATES AND STAY IN THE LOOP
• 101 GIFTS FOR ARCHITECTS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER EBUILT VENTIA UNDERLAY SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER NELSONPINE LVL NP FRAME STRUCTURAL FRAMING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER WOODLAND LAMINATE FLOORING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4252BA ALICLAD ALUMINIUM WEATHERBOARD SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4164DV DRISPACE ROOF VENTILATION & WALL VENTED CAVITY BATTEN
• NEW WORK SECTION 6224PT PREMIER TRUESTONE PAVING

Masterspec NOTES November 2022

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR NOVEMBER 2022
• NEW LEARNING MODULE TO HELP BETTER UNDERSTAND H1 REQUIREMENTS
• DEADLINE FOR ALL mDOCS DOCUMENTS TO BE UPLOADED
• CODEMARK SCHEME RULES 2022 UPDATE
• GREENSTAR AND HOMESTAR SECTION UPDATES
• NZ METAL ROOFING MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION COP UPDATED
• NEW GUIDANCE LAUNCHED TO SUPPORT GREEN CERTIFICATION OF MIXED-USE BUILDINGS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER BOWERS BROTHERS PAVING SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7611DC DAIKIN CHILLERS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4381GA GLASS VICE FLOATING DECK SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6491MM MAPEI ADHESIVES FOR RESILIENT FLOORING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4521OD OMEGA COMMERCIAL WINDOWS & DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4521WC WOODS COMMERCIAL ALUMINIUM WINDOWS & DOORS
• MASTERSPEC EVENTS AND TRAINING

Masterspec NOTES October 2022

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR OCTOBER 2022
• H1 CHANGES IN THE MASTERSPEC SYSTEM
• MASTERSPEC AT ADNZ CONFERENCE
• GROWING YOUR PRACTICE WITH DIGITAL TRAINING
• LCAQUICK: LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT TOOL FROM BRANZ
• TEN BUILDINGS THAT INCORPORATE SOLAR PANELS IN CREATIVE WAYS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER EFAFLEX EXTERIOR HIGH SPEED DOORS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER TILE SPACE WEDI WATERPROOFING SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER VYNCO ELECTRICAL
• NEW WORK SECTION 6815CF COMFORTECH STRATOCELL WHISPER UV ACOUSTIC FOAM PANELS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7622DA DAIKIN AIR HANDLING UNITS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7521DH DAIKIN ALTHERMA HYDRONIC HEAT PUMPS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5124HL HERMPAC INTERNAL TIMBER LININGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5431LS LAMINEX SUPERPINE PARTICLEBOARD FLOORING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4252PS PANELTEC STRYUM ALUMINIUM CLADDING
• NEW WORK SECTION 3821ST SIMPSON STRONG-ROD™ ATS SHEARWALL
• INDUSTRY EVENTS AND TRAINING

Masterspec NOTES September 2022

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR SEPTEMBER 2022
• MASTERSPEC AT MINI IN:SITU
• KAINGA ORA HOUSING DESIGN GUIDELINES
• A PHASED APPROACH TO CHANGES TO H1 ENERGY EFFICIENCY
• CONTROLLING THE SPREAD OF AIRBORNE DISEASES IN COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
• NEW SOUTH WALES APARTMENT DESIGN GUIDE
• 'ETHICAL HOUSING' FOR INNER CITY MELBOURNE
• AN ELEVATED 'CONTINUOUS METROPOLIS' ENCIRCLING THE BURJ KHALIFA
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ENVELOPED SOLUTIONS ELIMENT GLASSWOOL THERMAL INSULATION
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ENVELOPED SOLUTIONS ELIMENT GLASSWOOL ACOUSTIC INSULATION
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ENVELOPED SOLUTIONS ELIMENT GLASSWOOL THERMAL & ACOUSTIC INSULATION
• NEW WORK SECTION 4852GA GLASS VICE ALUMINIUM BALUSTRADING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4871IB INSOL ALUMINIUM FACADE CANOPIES
• UPDATE TO 4221CV ROSENFELD KIDSON CEDARSCREEN VERTICAL WEATHERBOARDS
• AMENDMENTS TO ASONA WORK SECTION
• INDUSTRY EVENTS AND TRAINING

Masterspec NOTES August 2022

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR AUGUST 2022
• TRANSITION PERIOD FOR INSULATION SETTINGS FOR NEW HOUSING PARTLY EXTENDED BY MBIE
• CONCRETE TECHNICAL RESOURCES FOR ARCHITECTS AND DESIGNERS FROM CONCRETENZ
• CONSULTATION OPENS ON THE REVIEW OF THE BUILDING CONSENT SYSTEM
• MASTERSPEC AT MINI IN:SITU
• CARBON NEUTRAL CONCRETE & CEMENT BY 2050 – A EUROPEAN PERSPECTIVE
• WORLD ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL - 15 NEW ZEALAND PROJECTS MAKE THE SHORTLIST
• NEW WORK SECTION 5172AA ASONA ACOUSTIC WALL & CEILING LININGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5164AM ASONA METAPAN OPEN CELL & BAFFLE CEILING SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5113AP ASONA PERFORATED PLASTERBOARD LINING SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 8432BM BOUNDARYLINE MULTI-UNIT FENCING AND GATES
• FORMAN SECTIONS RE-BRANDED AS COMFORTECH™
• INDUSTRY EVENTS AND TRAINING

Masterspec NOTES July 2022

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JULY 2022
• SUPPLY CHAIN ISSUES? THINKING AHEAD
• SEISMIC ASSESSMENTS AND MAKING DECISIONS ABOUT OCCUPANCY RISK
• MASTERSPEC AT BUILDNZ AND MINI IN:SITU
• KEEPING UP WITH THE TIMES - EXPANDING THE MASTERSPEC WRITING TEAM ONCE AGAIN
• FOUR HEALTH-FOCUSED PROJECTS IN NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER METROCLAD TERRACADE RAINSCREEN CLADDING
• NEW WORK SECTION 5171FP FORMAN PROMATECT STEEL WORK FIRE PROTECTION
• INDUSTRY EVENTS AND MASTERSPEC TRAINING

Masterspec NOTES June 2022

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JUNE 2022
• COME MEET THE MASTERSPEC TEAM AT BUILDNZ
• PROPOSED UPDATES TO THE BUILDING CODE
• CONSULTATION ON EXTENSION OF TRANSITION PERIOD FOR INSULATION
• NEW ZEALAND COMMERCIAL PROJECT AWARDS 2022
• FRANK GEHRY UNVEILS NEW VISUALS OF HIS TALLEST-EVER RESIDENTIAL SKYSCRAPERS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER BOUNDARYLINE FENCING & GATES
• NEW WORK SECTION 7123DX DUX HOT & COLD WATER SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7382FS FORMAN FIRE STOPPING SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4221JM JSC THERMALLY MODIFIED TIMBER HORIZONTAL WB
• NEW WORK SECTION 4221JW JSC THERMALLY MODIFIED TIMBER VERTICAL WB
• NEW WORK SECTION 5123LW SURROUND BY LAMINEX MDF WALL LINING
• NEW WORK SECTION 6312VS VIDASPACE TIMBER OVERLAY FLOORING SYSTEM
• LATEST TRAINING AND INDUSTRY EVENTS

Masterspec NOTES May 2022

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MAY 2022
• REMINDER: CHECK YOUR DOCUMENTATION IS UP TO DATE
• SCNZ STRUCTURAL STEEL ON MASTERSPEC GAINING STRONG INDUSTRY TRACTION
• MANAGING THE IMPACT OF COVID 19 AT YOUR BUSINESS
• GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT GUIDELINES - SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION
• A NEW REGISTRATION AND LICENSING REGIME FOR ENGINEERS
• MODULAR CLT PROTOTYPE PUSHES THE BOUNDARIES OF UNIVERSAL DESIGN
• SEVEN SUPER SKINNY SKYSCRAPERS THAT HAVE CHANGED NEW YORK'S SKYLINE
• UPDATED PAS GUIDANCE ON ELECTRIC VEHICLE USE
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER DUFFETT INDUSTRIAL DOORS & GRILLES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER VIDASPACE TIMBER VENEER CABINETRY
• NEW WORK SECTION 6742DF DULUX FIREPRO SHOP APPLIED INTUMESCENT COATING - STEEL
• NEW WORK SECTION 5231HS HALLMARK CAVITY SLIDER & STANDARD DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4861PB PBI LADDERS, GUARDRAILS & WALKWAY ACCESS SYSTEMS
• LATEST TRAINING AND INDUSTRY EVENTS

Masterspec NOTES April 2022

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR APRIL 2022
• MDOCS UPDATE PROTOCOL TO BE INTRODUCED
• NEW PASSIVE HOUSE GENERAL SECTIONS PUBLISHED
• NEW WORKPLACE VACCINATION GUIDANCE FOR BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
• METHODOLOGY FOR WHOLE-OF-LIFE EMBODIED CARBON ASSESSMENT
• NEW CONCRETE VAULTED FLOOR SUGGESTS PATH TO CUTTING CARBON EMISSIONS
• VIEW FUTURE-FIT AOTEAROA RECORDED PRESENTATIONS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SCOTTY DOORS COMMERCIAL DOORS & GRILLES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ULTI GROUP INTERIOR COMMERCIAL DOORS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ULTI GROUP COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7621DP DAIKIN ROOFTOP PACKAGE SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4221FW FIRESHIELD WOODSAFE EXTERIOR WESTERN RED CEDAR CLADDING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4541SU STARKE UPVC WINDOWS & DOORS
• MAJOR UPDATE TO AUTEX CARBON NEUTRAL ACOUSTIC SECTIONS
• LATEST TRAINING AND INDUSTRY EVENTS

Cloud Issue, mDocs, New Writers...

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MARCH 2022
• INTRODUCING MASTERSPEC CLOUD ISSUE
• BOOSTING THE MASTERSPEC SPECIFICATION WRITING TEAM
• COLLECTING MODELS, A CONVERSATION WITH DRAWING MATTER, RIBA AND THE V&A
• 21 AWE-INSPIRING, IMPRESSIVE ARCHITECTURAL MODELS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER WESTLAB LABORATORY FURNITURE
• NEW WORK SECTION 3124BT BASE-TECT WATERPROOFING SYSTEM - AQURON 2000
• NEW WORK SECTION 4252SC SCULPTFORM CLICK-ON ALUMINIUM CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4521SC STARKE COMMERCIAL ALUMINIUM WINDOWS AND DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4222WH ITI TIMSPEC WEATHERTEX HORIZONTAL WEATHERBOARD
• NEW WORK SECTION 4222WV ITI TIMSPEC WEATHERTEX PANEL CLADDING
• MASTERSPEC AT INDUSTRY EVENTS

Masterspec NOTES February 2022

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR FEBRUARY 2022
• CBI CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM UNDERGOING UPDATE
• BUILDING SYSTEMS LAW REFORMS UPDATE
• NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION PIPELINE REPORT 2021 RELEASED
• LIABILITY BEYOND THE 10-YEAR LIMITATION PERIOD?
• FUTURE-FIT AOTEAROA CONFERENCE VIDEOS TO BE MADE AVAILABLE
• MASS TIMBER DESIGN RESOURCES
• 10 TINY HOUSES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER DUX HYDROMECHANICAL GREASE TRAPS
• NEW WORK SECTION 81112ES STONEBLOC RETAINING WALL
• NEW WORK SECTION 3181RR RAMSET CHEMICAL & MECHANICAL ANCHORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 3481RR RAMSET™ CONCRETE ANCHORING & STEEL SYSTEMS
• MASTERSPEC AT INDUSTRY EVENTS

Masterspec NOTES January 2022

• WELCOME TO YOUR FIRST MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR 2022
• MASTERSPEC – 2021 IN REVIEW
• 2021 BUILDING CODE UPDATES
• START THE YEAR OFF WITH A REFRESHER COURSE IN MASTERSPEC
• MBIE RE-LAUNCH PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION AND VARIATION GUIDE
• THE 2021 NZ ARCHITECTURE AWARD WINNERS
• NEW TINY HOUSE GUIDANCE RELEASED
• RIBA HOUSE OF THE YEAR FOR 2021
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SEISMIC GUYS EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4522JR JURALCO LOUVRELITE ROLLER SHADE PANELS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4522JL JURALCO LOUVRELITE SOLAR CONTROL LOUVRES
• MASTERSPEC AT INDUSTRY EVENTS

Masterspec NOTES December 2021

• WELCOME TO THE FINAL MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR 2021
• MASTERSPEC FAREWELLS MANAGING EDITOR ALEX SHAW
• COVID-19 TRAFFIC LIGHT PROTECTION FRAMEWORK FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
• WET AREA TIMBER FLOORS NOW AN ALTERNATIVE SOLUTION
• MASTERSPEC TRAINING 101 - BOOKINGS OPEN FOR 2022!
• MASTERSPEC CLOSING AND HELP DESK OVER THE HOLIDAY BREAK
• THE NEW YORKER: HOW THE CORONAVIRUS MIGHT RE-SHAPE ARCHITECTURE
• DEZEEN DESIGN AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER STARKE RESIDENTIAL ALUMINIUM WINDOWS & DOORS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER VENTUER PERFORMANCE LOUVRES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER WOODS GLASS NZ BALUSTRADE SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER WOODS GLASS NZ EXTERIOR GLAZING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER WOODS GLASS NZ INTERIOR GLAZING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER WOODS GLASS NZ SPECIALITY GLAZING
• NEW WORK SECTION 7628DV DAIKIN VRV SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5124FW FIRESHIELD WOODSAFE INTERIOR TIMBER BOARD LININGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4933JL JURALCO LOUVRELITE WINDOW SURROUNDS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6742SI SIKA SHOP APPLIED INTUMESCENT COATINGS - STEEL

MASTERSPEC NOTES NOVEMBER 2021

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR NOVEMBER 2021
• BUILDING MATERIAL SUPPLY SHORTAGES
• "DISCUSSING CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION" PODCASTS
• WEBINAR - SPECIFICATIONS, AN ENGINEER'S PERSPECTIVE ON USING THE SCNZ STRUCTURAL LIBRARY
• MASTERSPEC 101 - LEARN THE BASICS OF SPECIFYING ONLINE
• COVID-19 AND WORKING AT THE CURRENT ALERT LEVEL
• CASE STUDIES & PERSPECTIVES ON THE EVOLUTION OF K-12 SCHOOL DESIGN
• NEW YORK APPROVES USE OF CROSS-LAMINATED TIMBER FOR SIX-STOREY BUILDINGS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PROJECT FLOORS ACOUSTIC CARPET TILES
• NEW WORK SECTION 4311DH DIMOND HERITAGE TRAY PROFILE
• NEW WORK SECTION 4427RL ROOFLOGIC ULTRATHERM XTREME DERBIGUM METAL DECK SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4423RL ROOFLOGIC ULTRATHERM XTREME DERBIGUM SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4312ST STEEL & TUBE PROFILED NATURAL LIGHTING
• NEW WORK SECTION 6743FB ZONE FIREZONE SHOP APPLIED TIMBER FIRE TREATMENT
• CBI NUMBER UDATE TO VIKING WARMSPAN TRAY SYSTEM

Masterspec NOTES October 2021

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR OCTOBER 2021
• MASTERSPEC UPGRADED SYSTEM ADDS SOME BACK-END BELLS AND WHISTLES
• BUILDING CODE UPDATES 2020-2021 - MANDATORY FROM 4th OF NOVEMBER 2021
• SPECIFYING SCNZ STRUCTURAL STEEL ON MASTERSPEC
• AMPS MATTER WITH ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
• OCTOBER IS MASTERSPEC INTEROPERABILITY MONTH
• HOMESTAR MOVES TO VERSION 5
• STATE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT PROFORMA MANUAL (SM031)
• WAKA KOTAHI NZ TRANSPORT AGENCY COST ESTIMATION MANUAL (SM014)
• INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ARCHITECTURAL RESEARCH SPECIAL ISSUE
• THE MAKING OF WXY’S ROBERT R. DOUGLASS PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER DAIKIN SPLIT UNIT HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SUPERIOR DOORS INTERIOR DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6742SI SIKA SHOP APPLIED INTUMESCENT COATINGS - STEEL
• NEW WORK SECTION 4555AR ACEDOORS RESIDENTIAL GARAGE DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5123FT FORTE TIMBER PLANK LININGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4711TU TERRA LANA WOOL UNDERFLOOR INSULATION SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 6742ZS ZONE SHOP APPLIED INTUMESCENT COATINGS - STEEL

Masterspec NOTES September 2021

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR SEPTEMBER 2021
• PLANNED MASTERSPEC UPGRADE
• INTRODUCING MASTERSPEC ONLINE HOT DESK, YOUR LIVE Q&A EVENT
• MASTERSPEC ONLINE TRAINING
• SCNZ MASTERSPEC STRUCTURAL STEEL LIBRARY NOW LIVE
• GETTING THROUGH LOCKDOWN WITH WORK SECTION SUPPORT
• STANDARD FOR NEW ZEALAND CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS UNDER COVID RE-PUBLISHED
• INFECTION CONTROL GUIDING PRINCIPLES FOR BUILDINGS - ACUTE HOSPITALS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CANZAC PENTRA-SIL (244+) HARDENER, SEALER & DENSIFIER
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CANZAC PENTRA-SIL HD+C HARDENER, DENSIFIER & CURE
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CANZAC ULTRACURE NCF 7 DAY WATER CURING BLANKET
• NEW WORK SECTION 4221HA HERMPAC ACCOYA® HORIZONTAL WEATHERBOARD CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4221HB HERMPAC ACCOYA® VERTICAL WEATHERBOARD CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4285RM RCS MASONRY OVERLAY SYSTEM
• AMENDMENTS TO POTTER INTERIOR SYSTEMS WORK SECTIONS
• CBI NUMBER CORRECTION TO FIRESHIELD INTUMESCENT COATINGS - TIMBER SECTION
• MASTERSPEC AND INDUSTRY EVENTS

Masterspec NOTES August 2021

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR AUGUST 2021
• INCLUDING THE GENERIC WARRANTY AGREEMENT SECTION
• PURLINS & GIRTS MOVING DAY
• REQUEST DOCUMENTS WITH MDOCS
• CONCRETE TERMINOLOGY & TYPES
• OPTIMISE YOUR CONCRETE STRUCTURE TO REDUCE EMBODIED IMPACTS
• KIWI HOLIDAY HOMES MAKE WORLD ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL SHORTLIST
• UPCOMING EVENTS AND TRAINING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CRETESEAL ASHFORD FORMULA DENSIFIER - CURE, SEAL, HARDENER & DUST PROOFING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER NOVA LABORATORY & EDUCATION CABINETRY SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER VIBLOCK PAVING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4424AP ASPHALTECH IKO ARMOURPLAN PVC MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 3101FC FIRTH LOW CARBON CONCRETE WORK – BASIC
• NEW WORK SECTION 3102FC FIRTH LOW CARBON CONCRETE WORK – STANDARD
• NEW WORK SECTION 3129FC FIRTH LOW CARBON CONCRETE PRODUCTION

Masterspec NOTES July 2021

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JULY 2021
• NEW STRUCTURAL STEEL ENGINEERING LIBRARY ON THE WAY
• WELCOME TRISH CROOT - PARTNER MANAGER
• IMPORTANT NEW RE-LEVELLING FOUNDATIONS & FLOORS SECTION
• NEW GENERIC WORK SECTION 5517 BENCHTOPS
• NAIL LAMINATED TIMBER CONSTRUCTION
• FIVE BUILDINGS BY FAMOUS 20TH CENTURY ARCHITECTS BUILT AFTER THEY DIED
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER HARO TIMBER OVERLAY SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4251PI INDURABOND FR ALUMINIUM CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 5517 BENCHTOPS
• NEW WORK SECTION 2391 RE-LEVELLING FOUNDATIONS & FLOORS

Masterspec NOTES June 2021

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JUNE
• WOODWORKS AND THINK WOOD RELEASE INAUGURAL MASS TIMBER DESIGN MANUAL
• MASTERSPEC ANNOUNCE FURTHER TRAINING DATES AROUND NEW ZEALAND
• ADDING TECHNICAL DOCS TO YOUR SPECIFICATION
• MASTERSPEC AT SESOC CONFERENCE HAMILTON
• ENTRIES OPEN FOR THE 2021 INDE.AWARDS
• WINNERS OF THE 2021 WLA PROFESSIONAL AWARDS
• CAN REMOVING HIGHWAYS FIX AMERICAN CITIES?
• THE WORLD'S FIRST CEMENT-BASED RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CEMINSEAL WALLBOARD LININGS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER DOW SEALANTS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6125AC ARDEX CARPARKING WATERPROOFING & FINISHES
• NEW WORK SECTION 4432AP ARDEX POLYUREA WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 6141HT HUSQVARNA HIPERTROWEL CONCRETE FINISHING SYSTEM

Masterspec NOTES May 2021

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MAY 2021
• BUILDING CODE UPDATES 2020-2021 - TIME TO ABSORB & APPLY
• PROTECTION FROM FIRE UPDATES
• STORMWATER DRAINAGE DESIGN – NEW OPPORTUNITIES IN NZBC E1 NOVEMBER 2020 UPDATE
• BUILDING CODE UPDATES 2020-2021 - INTERNAL MOISTURE
• FULL LIST OF WORK SECTIONS WITH NZBC CHANGES - MAY 2021
• MASTERSPEC WELCOME PARVEZ MIRANI TO THE DEVELOPMENT TEAM
• LOOKING FORWARD - THE HIGHER DENSITY EIGHT
• ALL NEW MASTERSPEC TRAINING SERIES COMING SOON
• TRAINING PLACES AVAILABLE IN AUCKLAND REGIONS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER K2 HYGIENIC DOOR SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4423AF ALLNEX SOPREMA FLAMELESS MEMBRANE ROOFING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4423AT ALLNEX SOPREMA TORCH-ON MEMBRANE ROOFING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4423AW ALLNEX SOPREMA WARM ROOF SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 6512FC FORBO TESSERA CARPET TILES
• NEW WORK SECTION 4422AW ALLCO ALLTHERM WARM ROOF & DECK SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6745HP HEMPEL PROTECTIVE COATINGS - STEELWORK
• NEW WORK SECTION 6413NR NORA RUBBER SURFACING

Masterspec NOTES April 2021

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR APRIL 2021
• UPDATES TO MASTERSPEC INTUMESCENT PAINT – STEELWORK SECTIONS
• MASTERSPEC TRAINING COMING TO YOUR AREA
• ANNE LACATON AND JEAN-PHILIPPE VASSAL WIN PRITZKER ARCHITECTURE PRIZE 2021
• MASTERSPEC WELCOMES NEW DEVELOPMENT MANAGER HENNIE BASSON
• MID-RISE TIMBER MASTERCLASS SERIES
• UPCYCLED SPACE: 8 EXEMPLARY INDUSTRIAL TO RESIDENTIAL CONVERSIONS
• IMPACT AND ASSESSMENT OF MOISTURE-AFFECTED TIMBER-FRAMED CONSTRUCTION
• PARTNER EVENTS - RESENE TOTAL COLOUR AWARDS 2021
• NEW WORK SECTION 4259KE KOROK® EXTERIOR WALL SYSTEMS

Masterspec NOTES March 2021

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MARCH 2021
• ELECTRICAL RELATED FIRES - CAN THEY BE REDUCED?
• TIMBER STANDARD NZS 3604 REVISION PROCESS STARTED
• FAÇADE GUIDANCE:ACHIEVING COMPLIANCE - A GUIDE FROM AUCKLAND COUNCIL
• MASTERSPEC TRAINING EVENTS DELAYED AND RESCHEDULED
• FIRE BARRIERS - FOR VENTILATED CAVITY CONSTRUCTION
• DESIGNING SCHOOLS IN NEW ZEALAND - STRUCTURAL AND GEOTECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER BELCANTO® ATTACHE BALUSTRADES
• NEW WORK SECTION 4635JF JURALCO FRAMELESS GLASS SLIDING & STACKING DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5216KC KOROK® COMMERCIAL INTERIOR WALL SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4131NS NURALITE PREPRUFE & BITUTHENE TANKING SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4251PN PSP ALPOLIC® NC ALUMINIUM CLADDING SYSTEMS
• MAJOR OVERHAUL OF 4161T THERMAKRAFT UNDERLAYS, FOILS, DPC, DPM, & TAPES

Masterspec NOTES February 2021

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR FEBRUARY 2021
• LET’S GET SOCIAL - SHARE YOUR PROJECTS ON OUR SOCIAL MEDIA
• AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS FROM THE JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS
• NEW MASTERSPEC TRAINING EVENTS FOR FEBRUARY/MARCH
• AN ARCHITECT'S GUIDE TO VIRTUAL PRACTICE
• THE WORLD'S BEST ARCHITECTURE FIRMS
• REVERSIBLE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE THAT CAN BE TAKEN APART & RECYCLED
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER EBSA WINDOW & VENTILATION CONTROL SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER RUBBER FLOORS ARTIGO RUBBER SURFACING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER RUBBER FLOORS MONDO SPORTS SURFACES
• NEW WORK SECTION 8681CP CSP PACIFIC HIGHWAY BARRIERS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7742CP CSP PACIFIC STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 5431IB IBS EUROFloor TIMBER FLOORING
• NEW WORK SECTION 5171KI KOROK INTER-TENANCY WALL SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4711OR OUTRIGHT ROCKWOOL INSULATION

Masterspec NOTES January 2021

• HAPPY NEW YEAR AND WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JANUARY 2021
• MASTERSPEC IMPLEMENTS INTERNATIONAL STANDARD SECURITY PROTECTION
• DIGITAL SUPPLY CHAINS IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT - PODCAST SERIES
• MASTERSPEC LINK TO RETIRE FEBRUARY 1 - UPGRADE NOW
• DEZEEN'S 2020 IN REVIEW
• TOP 5 MOST POPULAR TIMBER CASE STUDIES OF 2020
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER APCO COATINGS LIMITED
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER APCO JOTUN PROTECTIVE COATINGS - STEELWORK
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER APCO JOTUN INTUMESCENT COATINGS - STEELWORK
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CSP PACIFIC ACOUSTIC BARRIERS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CSP PACIFIC MULTI-PLATE SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER FIRESHIELD INTUMESCENT COATINGS - STEELWORK
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER FIRESHIELD INTUMESCENT COATINGS - TIMBER
• NEW WORK SECTION 4381EF EQUUS FIXPLUS DECK SUPPORT SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4251PF PSP ALPOLIC®FR ALUMINIUM CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4285RD RCS DURATHERM INSULATED FOUNDATION SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4283RM RCS MONOTEK RENDER SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5316SC STEELFORMERS CEILING BATTEN SYSTEM

Masterspec Notes December 2020

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR DECEMBER 2020
• MASTERSPEC BEGINS A NEW INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIP WITH STEEL CONSTRUCTION NEW ZEALAND (SCNZ)
• GREEN STAR UPDATE TO VERSION 1.0
• STORMWATER DRAINAGE DESIGN – NEW OPPORTUNITIES IN NZBC E1 NOVEMBER 2020 UPDATE
• GUTTER & DOWNPIPE DESIGN MADE EASY
• MASTERSPEC AT ADNZ CONFERENCE AND BUILDNZ
• 6-PART ONLINE TIMBER ENGINEERING COURSE
• THE BEST ARCHITECTURAL PROJECTS AND STUDIOS IN THE WORLD
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER INSOL FACADE LOUVRES & SCREENS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5225DH DORMA HUPPE OPERABLE WALLS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5171 HEBEL INTERTENANCY WALL SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4239PB PACBLD SOFFITS
• NEW WORK SECTION 3123PF PETER FELL TEXTURE SAFE SLIP RESISTANCE FINISHES
• NEW WORK SECTION 4381MP PROFOOT DECK PEDESTAL SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 7382RW ROCKWOOL FIRESEAL PASSIVE FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5316RC RONDO DIRECT-FIX CEILINGS - RESIDENTIAL
• NEW WORK SECTION 6742ZI ZONE ISOLATEK SPRAYED FIRE PROTECTION - STEEL
• MAJOR SECTION UPDATE 6742ZP ZONE PHOENIX INTUMESCENT STEEL COATING

MASTERSPEC NOTES NOVEMBER 2020

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR NOVEMBER 2020
• LATEST BUILDING CODE 2020 UPDATES
• TREASURY REPORT - HOUSE PRICES AND SALES GROWTH REMAIN STRONG
• SIR DAVID ADJAYE OBE TO RECEIVE 2021 ROYAL GOLD MEDAL FOR ARCHITECTURE
• MASTERSPEC AT BOTH BUILDNZ AND THE ADNZ CONFERENCE
• ARCHITECT'S MENTAL WELLBEING TOOLKIT
• 18 MIRRORED 'MOUNTAIN & CLOUD' CABINS FORM HOTEL IN CHINA
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ASL INTERNAL ALUMINIUM JOINERY
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SIKKENS TIMBER STAIN SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 7411SR STEELFORMERS RAINWATER SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4239RS RONDO SYSTEMS - SOFFITS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4254PE PSP EUROCLAD COMPOSITE WEATHERBOARD SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4322MT MONIER TERRACOTTA ROOF TILES
• AMENDMENTS TO VIKING WORK SECTIONS
• SEARCH THE FULL LIST OF MASTERSPEC WORK SECTION UPDATES

Masterspec NOTES October 2020

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR OCTOBER 2020
• UPDATES TO MASTERSPEC SUSTAINABLE & GREEN BUILDING GENERAL SECTIONS
• THE STATE OF CONSTRUCTION – BY THE NUMBERS
• KEY DATES COMING UP
• AUCKLAND AIRPORT FINALISTS IN buildingSMART INTERNATIONAL AWARDS 2020
• OPEN HOUSE LONDON 2020 VIDEO TOURS
• MID-RISE TIMBER DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION WEBINAR
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER HARDWARE DIRECT AUTOMATIC DOORS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER MONIER CONCRETE ROOF TILES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SPECTRUM ALUMINIUM & GLASS BALUSTRADES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SPS ALUCOBOND® PLUS ACP CLADDING SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SPS ALUCOLUX SOLID ALUMINIUM CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SPS CUPACLAD SLATE CLADDING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SPS EQUITONE FIBRE CEMENT CLADDING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SPS TERREAL TERRACOTTA CLADDING
• NEW WORK SECTION 6614AS ADVANCE STAIR NOSING & INSERTS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6419AS ADVANCE SPORTS FLOORING
• NEW WORK SECTION 6411AS ADVANCE VINYL SURFACING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4866SH SELLWOOD ROOF ACCESS HATCHES
• NEW WORK SECTION 4421VR VIKING ROOF GARDEN SYSTEMS

Masterspec NOTES September 2020

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR SEPTEMBER 2020
• MASTERSPEC MDOCS NOW LIVE TO ALL SUBSCRIBERS
• AUCKLAND COUNCIL MAKE CHANGES TO CONSENT AND COMPLIANCE ONLINE FORMS
• NEW DATES FOR UPDATING THE BUILDING CODE
• MASTERSPEC LINK TO BE DISCONTINUED IN FEBRUARY 2021
• AMENDMENTS TO STRUCTURAL STEEL STANDARD AS/NZS 5131
• WEBINAR: MASTERSPEC BRANDED WORK SECTIONS AND WORK SECTION SUPPORT
• NEW GENERIC SECTION 5316 DIRECT-FIX GRID SYSTEM FOR SHEET CEILINGS
• LONGLIST FOR THE DEZEEN AWARDS 2020 STUDIO CATEGORIES REVEALED
• BUILDING CODE UPDATE - CHANGES DELAYED
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER BOYD VISUALS PRESENTATION PRODUCTS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER GOLEMAN GROUP FALL ARREST SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER GOLEMAN GROUP SKYMESH ROOF PROTECTION
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PHOENIX DESIGNER TAPWARE & ACCESSORIES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PHOENIX PROJECT TAPWARE & ACCESSORIES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SELLWOOD ATTIC LADDERS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5133BL BESTWOOD LININGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5225HA HAFELE SLIDO OPERABLE WALLS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5133LL LAMINEX WALL LININGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5133PL PRIME PANELS WALL LININGS

Masterspec NOTES August 2020

• WELCOME TO YOUR NOTES FOR AUGUST 2020
• PREVIEW: "THE MOST EXCITING THING TO HIT SPECIFICATIONS IN YEARS"...
• NEW MASTERSPEC TRAINING WEBINARS
• WHAT ON EARTH IS EQUIPOTENTIAL BONDING
• MASTERSPEC LIVE TRAINING EVENTS ARE BACK
• STUDIO GANG COMPLETES TWISTING MIRA TOWER IN SAN FRANCISCO
• COUNCIL MAKE IT EASIER FOR AUCKLANDERS TO COLLECT RAINWATER
• ONE-PIECE, 2-STOREY USING EUROPE'S LARGEST FIXED CONCRETE PRINTER
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PSP LIMITED DUMAWALL TILE SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PSP LIMITED DUMAWALL XL PANEL SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PSP LIMITED PSP CLEARVUE ROOFING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4610AG AGP GLAZING RESIDENTIAL
• NEW WORK SECTION 6125AI ARDEX COMFORT FLOOR SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6125AI ARDEX INDUSTRIAL FLOORING SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4422EF EQUUS SOPREMA FLAGON TPO WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 4531SG STEELGUARD STEEL WINDOWS & DOORS

Masterspec NOTES July 2020

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JULY
• REPLACEMENT STANDARDS FOR CEILINGS & SPRINKLERS
• LINKS TO BRANZ APPRAISALS MAY BE BROKEN
• ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) CHARGING STATIONS - NEW GENERIC SECTION
• MASTERSPEC ADOPTION CONTINUES TO RISE AMONGST ENGINEERS
• HOW TO ENSURE YOUR CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS OUTLAST CORONAVIRUS
• 2020 BUILDING OF THE YEAR (AS VOTED BY DESIGNERS)
• TWO NEW WORK SECTIONS FROM FLASHCLAD REPLACE EXISTING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ELEPHANT PLASTERBOARD LININGS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER MILLIKEN-ONTERA CARPET TILES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER STEELGUARD STEEL FIRE RATED WINDOWS & DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7412AR ALLPROOF ROOF & BALCONY DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6813BA BELGOTEX ACOUSTIC UNDERLAY
• NEW WORK SECTION 6312BL BELGOTEX PREFINISHED LAMINATED FLOORING
• NEW WORK SECTION 5517LH HI-MACS® BY LAMINEX
• NEW WORK SECTION 6812WG WPS GRIPSET® 2P & 38FC SBR LIQUID WATERPROOFING

Masterspec NOTES June 2020

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JUNE 2020
• JUDI KEITH-BROWN IS NEW PRESIDENT OF THE INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS
• UPDATED RESOURCES AS WE WORK AT LEVEL 2
• NEW PREVIEW ICON IN Masterspec NOTES
• OUR CITIES MAY NEVER LOOK THE SAME
• ADMINISTERING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT UNDER LEVEL 2 RESTRICTIONS
• COVID 19 ARCHITECTURE FIRM BEST PRACTICES, COMMUNICATIONS, AND POLICIES
• NEW BUILDING CONSENT EXEMPTIONS FOR LOW-RISK WORK
• SUBMISSION PERIOD FOR buildingSMART INTERNATIONAL OPENBIM AWARDS PROGRAMME OPENS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER HALLMARK GROUP FIRE DOORS AND ACOUSTIC DOORS & WINDOWS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4356GA GAF ASPHALT SHINGLE ROOFING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4422GE GAF EVERGUARD TPO MEMBRANE ROOFING
• NEW WORK SECTION 6758PA POTTER ACOUSTIC WALL SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4311RM ROOFLOGIC FIBERTHERM MSR ROOFING SYSTEM
• REVISED GENERIC SECTION - 5211 STEEL STUD & ALUMINIUM INTERNAL PARTITIONS
• NEWLY EXPANDED WORK SECTION 4161MI MARSHALL WEATHERIZATION SYSTEM

COVID-19 LEVEL 2 RESOURCES

• LATEST RESOURCES AS WE ENTER LEVEL 2
• COVID-19 AND SPECIFYING
• MASTERKEY - CONNECTING SPECIFICATIONS WITH CAD FILES

Covid-19 Resources

• MASTERSPEC NOTES SPECIAL RELEASE : COVID-19 GUIDELINES
• WEBINAR TO COVER COVID-19 TOPICS

Masterspec NOTES May 2020

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MAY 2020
• MASTERSPEC COVID-19 INDUSTRY GUIDELINES
• NEW STRUCTURAL INSULATED PANEL SYSTEMS (SIPS) GENERIC WORK SECTION
• MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS SUBMITTED IN AUCKLAND AND WELLINGTON
• 64 PROJECTS SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 AUCKLAND ARCHITECTURE AWARDS
• 3D PRINTED ELEMENTS TO MAKE UP 25% OF NEW CONSTRUCTION IN DUBAI
• PLANNED FROM SCRATCH - BRASILIA AT 60
• NEW WORK SECTION 3111JD JACOBSEN DINCEL PERMANENT PVC FORMWORK
• NEW WORK SECTION 4384TM TIMBERLINE MODWOOD & MODAS COMPOSITE DECKING SYSTEM

Masterspec NOTES April 2020

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR APRIL 2020
• MASTERSPEC TOOLS FOR REMOTE WORKING
• CONTACTING MASTERSPEC DURING THE LEVEL 4 LOCKDOWN
• MASTERSPEC WEBINAR SERIES WITH LIVE Q&A
• LATEST PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE BUILDING CODE
• MBIE - WHAT THE COVID-19 LEVEL 4 ALERT MEANS FOR THE BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION SECTOR
• 2020 LAUREATES OF THE PRITZKER ARCHITECTURE PRIZE NAME EIGHT KEY PROJECTS FROM THEIR CAREER
• SCHEDULING FUNCTIONALITY INCREASED TO INCLUDE SLIP RESISTANCE
• MEDIUM DENSITY HOUSING REGIONAL RULES & GUIDES
• HOMES SPLIT BETWEEN MULTIPLE BUILDINGS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER BUILDPRO GROUP TIMBERLINE CLADDING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER BUILDPRO GROUP TIMBERLINE TIMBER DECKING SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER BUILDPRO GROUP TIMBERLINE SOUTHLAND BEECH INTERNAL TIMBER LININGS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER METAL DESIGN SOLUTIONS PROFILED METAL CLADDING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER METAL DESIGN SOLUTIONS PROFILED METAL ROOFING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SCULPTFORM TIMBER CLICK-ON BATTENS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SCULPTFORM ALUMINIUM CLICK-ON BATTENS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER TRAY-DEC COMPOSITE FLOOR SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION AUSTRATUS TIMBER CEILINGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4852UB UNEX ARCHITECTURAL BARRIER SYSTEMS

Masterspec NOTES March 2020

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MARCH
• AUCKLAND WIDE TRAINING EVENTS
• CONSULTATION OPEN ON NEW BUILDING AMENDMENTS
• AUCKLAND TRANSPORT ENGINEERING DESIGN STANDARDS
• TIMBER JOINERY COMPLIANT WITH NZS 4211:2008 RESOURCES
• WATER SENSITIVE DESIGN FOR STORMWATER
• COPENHAGEN'S FIRST ALL-TIMBER NEIGHBOURHOOD
• WORK SECTION NAME CHANGE
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER MSA SAFETY FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ZENTHE® ACOUSTIC PANEL SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ZENTHE® CLICK-ON BATTEN SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 6742 DULUX - FIRESHIELD INTUMESCENT COATINGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6614JT JACOBSEN TREDSAFE NOSINGS & TRANSITIONS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4711JS JET STREAM® MAX THERMAL INSULATION
• NEW WORK SECTION 4721JS JET STREAM® MAX ACOUSTIC INSULATION
• NEW WORK SECTION 4710JS JET STREAM® MAX INSULATION
• NEW WORK SECTION 4424RF ROOFLOGIC FIBERTITE ROOFING MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 4131WR WPS RAWMAT BENTONITE TANKING

Masterspec NOTES February 2020

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR FEBRUARY
• NEW MASTERSPEC CEO IS APPOINTED
• BUILDING CODE NOV 2019 UPDATES - NEW YEAR REPORT
• SITE SAFETY HOT TOPIC
• BRICK VENEER CLADDING - SECTION UPDATE
• CONCRETE MASONRY RETAINING WALLS - SECTION UPDATES
• 23 PLACES IN PARIS EVERY ARCHITECT SHOULD VISIT
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER UNITE ARCHITECTURAL SYSTEMS ARCHITECTURAL EXPANSION JOINTS
• MAJOR UPDATE TO ACO SURFACE DRAINAGE SYSTEMS WORK SECTION
• NEW MINOR SECTION FOR PVC-U WINDOWS & DOORS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER HÄFELE DIALOCK ACCESS CONTROL
• NEW WORK SECTION 4252SS SYMONITE ALUCOLUX® SOLID ALUMINIUM CLADDING SYSTEM
• FOLLOW MASTERSPEC ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Masterspec NOTES January 2020

• HAPPY NEW YEAR, AND WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JANUARY!
• BUILDING CODE NOV 2019 UPDATES - INTERIM CHRISTMAS REPORT
• AUCKLAND'S B:HIVE VOTED BEST OFFICE IN THE WORLD
• WEBINAR ABOUT KEY CHANGES TO C/AS2
• MID-RISE TIMBER BUILDING STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING FROM WOODSOLUTIONS.COM.AU
• ADOBE INTRODUCES A STUNNING ARRAY OF MATERIALS FOR ARCHITECTURAL VIZUALISATION
• 8 HOUSES BUILT IN IMPOSSIBLE PLACES
• NEW GENERIC WORK SECTION 7455 STORMWATER SOAKAGE SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER HÄFELE DIALOCK ACCESS CONTROL
• NEW WORK SECTION 4252SS SYMONITE ALUCOLUX® SOLID ALUMINIUM CLADDING SYSTEM
• 2UP SECTION CHANGED AND UPDATED TO KERAKOLL TILING AND WATERPROOFING SYSTEMS

Masterspec NOTES December 2019

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR DECEMBER 2019
• RETAINING WALL SECTION OF CONCRETE MASONRY MANUAL UPDATED
• MASTERSPEC CLOSING HOURS AND CONTACT DETAILS
• NEW POSITION - ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATION EDITOR WANTED AT MASTERSPEC
• AUCKLAND DESIGN MANUAL CODES OF PRACTICE FOR LAND DEVELOPMENT AND SUBDIVISION
• SOLID FUEL HEATING APPLIANCES - SECTION UPDATE
• PHOTOCROWD'S BEST ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOS OF 2019 SHORTLIST
• DEZEEN'S HI-TECH ARCHITECTURE SERIES
• MASTERSPEC SENIOR WRITER GRANT ANDREW RETIRING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER HOMEVIEW CAVITY SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SMARTGRASS SYNTHETIC TURF
• NEW WORK SECTION 7123BP BUTELINE PEX PIPING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 6511FF FORBO FLOTEX FLOCKED FLOORING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4421MS MAPEI SPIDER P ROOF & DECK MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 6733MT MIROTONE INTERIOR TIMBER & SPECIALITY COATINGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6743MI MIROTONE INTUMESCENT TIMBER COATINGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6742WZ SHERWIN WILLIAMS PHOENIX INTUMESCENT STEEL COATING
• NEW WORK SECTION 6612XP XPAND LATHAM ENTRY MATS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6614XP XPAND LATHAM STAIR NOSINGS & INSERTS

Masterspec NOTES November 2019

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR NOVEMBER 2019
• CORRECTIONS TO TABLES IN 2019 C/AS2 ACCEPTABLE SOLUTION
• THE BURNING QUESTION
• BUILDING CODE 2019 - CHANGES KEEP COMING
• MASTERSPEC ADD SPELL-CHECK PLUGIN TO NEXTGEN2
• LAST CHANCE TO BOOK YOUR MASTERSPEC TRAINING
• INTRODUCTION TO MEDIUM DENSITY HOUSING
• ASBESTOS REMOVAL - AIR MONITORING AND SAMPLING
• GETTING STARTED WITH MULTIPROOF
• DEZEEN AWARDS 2019 ARCHITECTURE WINNERS REVEALED
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ASP RAISED ACCESS FLOORS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER MIROTONE QUANTUM TIMBER COATINGS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER XPAND LATHAM SEISMIC & EXPANSION JOINT COVERS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6612FC FORBO CORAL ENTRANCE MATTING SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6813FS FORBO SARLIBASE ACOUSTIC UNDERLAY
• NEW WORK SECTION 5311RT RONDO SYSTEMS - TILE CEILINGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5531WH WINDOW TREATMENTS HONEYCOMB BLINDS & PLEATED BLINDS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4522WL WINDOW TREATMENTS LOUVRE ROOF SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 6743ZE ZONE FIREZONE F1E EXTERIOR INTUMESCENT TIMBER COATING

Masterspec NOTES October 2019

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR OCTOBER 2019
• PRE-ADNZ CONFERENCE QUEENSTOWN MASTERSPEC WORKSHOP
• GETTING THE MOST OUT OF WORK SECTION SUPPORT
• CONCRETE INDUSTRY SET A NEW PATH
• AIA 2019 HOUSING AWARDS
• CONSTRUCTION PROCUREMENT GUIDELINES 2ND EDITION
• 2019 TALL BUILDINGS OF THE YEAR
• THE RETURN OF 3813J JNL J-FRAME - LVL STRUCTURAL FRAMING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER AQUAGO CHEMCHEK WATER DISPENSING SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CON-FORM PLATFORM SCREENS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CON-FORM SURFACE MOUNTED PLATFORMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4521FO FAIRVIEW ONE WINDOWS & DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4171IB IBS RIGIDRAP RIGID AIR BARRIER SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 6311RK ROSENFELD KIDSON SOLID TIMBER FLOORING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4421MN SIKA INDEX MINERAL NOVA TORCH-ON MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 4421PT SIKA INDEX PROTEADUO TRIARMATO TORCH-ON MEMBRANE

Masterspec NOTES September 2019

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR SEPTEMBER
• BUILDING CODE UPDATES GO LIVE IN MASTERSPEC
• AUCKLAND DESIGN MANUAL - CAR PARKING FOR MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
• FOLLOW MASTERSPEC ON YOUR SOCIAL FEEDS
• ADD AND REMOVE STAFF FROM PROJECTS, INVITE EXTERNAL CONTRACTORS TO JOIN
• FURTHER BUILDING CODE UPDATES - CONSULTATION NOVEMBER 2019
• PARASITIC BUILDS THAT CLING TO OTHERS
• ALLIED SUPERSLAB SECTION UPDATED AND MOVED
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ASSA ABLOY ARCHITECTURAL DOOR HARDWARE
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CUPOLEX SLAB FORMWORK SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER DEGAFLOOR COMMERCIAL RESIN FLOORING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER OSMO TIMBER FINISHES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER OUTRIGHT CONTINUOUS INSULATION
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PLYMASTERS COMMERCIAL JOINERY & LININGS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PLYMASTERS JOINERY & CABINETRY
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PLYMASTERS RESIDENTIAL PLYWOOD LININGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 3102AR ALLIED READY FLOOR SYSTEM

Masterspec NOTES August 2019

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR AUGUST 2019
• MASTERSPEC WELCOMES NEW MARKET MANAGER YASHESH VED
• BUILDING CODE UPDATES 2019 - INTERIM REPORT
• RED BOOK OR YELLOW CHAPTER FOR CONCRETE BUILDINGS – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
• CERTMARK INTERNATIONAL WITHDRAWS FROM NZ CODEMARK SCHEME
• WORLD ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES SHORTLISTED PROJECTS
• 10 OF THE BEST REMOTE HOTELS TO RELAX IN
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER HETTICH CABINETRY HARDWARE SYSTEMS
• NEW CONCRETE SECTIONS FROM ARDEX
• NEW WORK SECTION 6512IF BELGOTEX FLOORING CARPET TILES
• NEW WORK SECTION 6318SE SELLEYS TIMBER FLOOR SYSTEM

Masterspec NOTES July 2019

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JULY 2019
• WARRANTIES & GUARANTEES IN THE BUILDING INDUSTRY
• A FAREWELL TO MASTERSPEC CEO ROLF HUBER
• ENSURING YOUR DESIGN IS A SAFE ONE
• MBIE ANNOUNCE UPDATES TO THE BUILDING CODE
• WATCH MANHATTAN GROW OVER 400 YEARS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ACEDOORS COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL DOORS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ACEDOORS FAST-ACTING DOORS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER MOHAWK GROUP CARPET TILE SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SELLEYS SEALANTS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4721EC ECOINSULATION GLASSWOOL ACOUSTIC INSULATION
• NEW WORK SECTION 4710EC ECOINSULATION GLASSWOOL INSULATION
• NEW WORK SECTION 4711EC ECOINSULATION GLASSWOOL THERMAL INSULATION
• NEW WORK SECTION 4824SE SIKA EMSEAL EXPANSION & SEISMIC JOINTS

Masterspec NOTES June 2019

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JUNE 2019
• RESTRICT ACCESS TO SPECIFICATIONS
• BUILDING SYSTEM LEGISLATIVE REFORM PROGRAMME PUBLIC CONSULTATION
• MBIE BUILDING SYSTEM LEGISLATIVE REFORM CONSULTATION - NOTES
• GUIDANCE UPDATE FOR METAL STUD INTERNAL PARTITION SECTIONS
• GUIDANCE UPDATE FOR RETROFITTING INSULATION TO EXTERIOR WALLS OR INTERNAL FIREWALLS
• B1 STRUCTURE - EARTHQUAKE FOUNDATION DESIGN
• GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE FOR THE CITY OF BANGKOK
• SOCIAL HOUSING: 45 EXAMPLES IN PLAN AND SECTION
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SHELVING SHOP GROUP - DURA PALLET RACKING SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER MACDONALD INDUSTRIES COMMERCIAL WASHROOM ACCESSORIES
• NEW WORK SECTION 5571HA HOMETECH ATTIC STAIRS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4239IB IBS PRIMAPLUS FIBRE CEMENT SOFFITS
• NEW WORK SECTION 3163RI RCS INTEGRA LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE FLOORING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 5171RI RCS INTEGRA LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE INTERTENANCY SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 5181RC RCS ROCKCOTE INTERIOR PLASTER SYSTEM
• NZ BRICK DISTRIBUTERS REBRAND DESIGNER SERIES AS CEMINTEL TERRITORY.
• REPLACEMENT SECTION 4324AE ALLCO WABO EXPANSION & SEISMIC JOINTS

Masterspec NOTES May 2019

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MAY 2019
• MASTERSPEC WORK SECTION SUPPORT VIDEOS RELEASED
• SUPPORTING EXPOSED INSULATION ABOVE EXPOSED SPRINKLERS
• STORMWATER DISPOSAL VIA SOAKAGE IN THE AUCKLAND REGION
• MASTERSPEC TRAINING LATEST
• EXPLODING THE 22ºC COMFORT MYTH
• MODULAR HIGH-RISE HOTEL IN NEW YORK CITY ASSEMBLED IN POLAND
• MJØSTÅRNET IN NORWAY BECOMES WORLD'S TALLEST TIMBER TOWER
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER 2UP TILING & WATERPROOFING SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER AQUALINE RELEASES FORZA PEX HOT & COLD WATER SYSTEM.
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER DUPONT TYVEK® UNDERLAY SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4384OD OUTDURE DECKING & DECK SURFACES
• NEW WORK SECTION 4381OQ OUTDURE QWICKBUILD MODULAR FRAMING SUPPORT SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4259SF SPS FIBRE CEMENT CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4259SS SPS SLATE FACADE SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4259ST SPS TERRACOTTA FACADE SYSTEM

Masterspec NOTES April 2019

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR APRIL 2019
• ALUMINIUM FINISHES AND EXPOSURE ZONES
• TAKE ADVANTAGE OF MASTERSPEC'S FREE TRAINING
• AUCKLAND HOUSING PROGRAMME DESIGN GUIDE
• MANAGING AN OFFICE DESIGN AND FITOUT PROJECT
• DEZEEN AWARDS ENTRY NOW OPEN
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PBI FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SOUDAL GORILLA SEALANTS & ADHESIVES
• NEW WORK SECTION 6323AT ALTRO WHITEROCK HYGIENIC INTERIOR WALL LINING
• ALTUS LAUNCH THREE NEW SPECIALIST WORK SECTIONS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6125MI MAPEI INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL FLOORING SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7151ML MERQUIP ELKAY BOTTLE FILLERS & FOUNTAINS

Masterspec NOTES March 2019

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MARCH 2019
• NEW MBIE BUILDING PERFORMANCE GUIDE FOR FIRE PERFORMANCE
• BEAL CERTIFICATION SYSTEMS NO LONGER A PRODUCT CERTIFICATION BODY FOR CODEMARK
• NEED HELP SPECIFYING? WORK SECTION SUPPORT TAKES OFF
• buildingSMART INTERNATIONAL AWARDS PROGRAM 2019
• TOP 100 ARCHITECTURE BLOGS & WEBSITES ‘MUST READS’ FOR 2019
• A TIME LAPSE VIDEO OF THE NEW JEAN NOUVEL-DESIGNED LOUVRE ABU DHABI
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER MIDLAND BRICK NZ - CLAY BRICK VENEER
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER MIDLAND BRICK NZ - CLAY BRICK INTERIOR
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PREMIER GROUP CONCRETE BRICK VENEER CLADDING
• THREE NEW ALTUS ALUMINIUM WINDOW AND DOOR SECTIONS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4422AE ARDEX WELDTEC EXPOSED MEMBRANE SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 5211AP AUTEX PSL ALUMINIUM PARTITIONS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4171GR GIB WEATHERLINE RIGID AIR BARRIER
• NEW WORK SECTION 6125MC MAPEI CARPARK WATERPROOFING & FINISHES
• NEW WORK SECTION 6125MS MAPEI SPORTS SURFACES
• NEW WORK SECTION 6125MU MAPEI ULTRATOP CEMENTITIOUS TOPPING

Masterspec NOTES February 2019

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR FEBRUARY 2019
• INCREASED EFFICIENCY AND BETTER RISK MANAGEMENT WITH MASTERSPEC TRAINING
• AMPS MATTER WITH ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
• MEET THE MASTERSPEC TEAM AT In:situ
• BUILDING CODE AMENDMENTS 2018/2019
• MBIE PUBLISH "DESIGNING FOR ACCESS AND USABILITY"
• UPDATES TO STANDARDS ON VARIOUS PIPES, ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES & GYPSUM LINING
• STEEL STRUCTURES STANDARD DATE CHANGE
• ALTUS NZ LTD REVIEWING THEIR ALUMINIUM WINDOW & DOOR SECTIONS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PANELTEC VITRACORE G2® ALUMINIUM CLADDING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PANELTEC VITRADUAL ALUMINIUM CLADDING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4521NR ALTUS RESIDENTIAL ALUMINIUM WINDOWS & DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4131ME MAPEI EASY LIFT DAMP PROOF MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 4421ME MAPEI EVOLIGHT S ROOF & DECK MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 4710PR PREMIER THERMAL & ACOUSTIC INSULATION

Masterspec NOTES January 2019

• MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JANUARY 2019
• MASTERSPEC TRAINING - START THE YEAR ON THE RIGHT FOOT
• UPDATES TO STANDARDS ON POLYETHYLENE (PE) PIPES & INSULATION
• DEMOLITION PLANNING - LESSONS FROM STATISTICS HOUSE
• THE PERFECT (LATE) CHRISTMAS PRESENT FOR ARCHITECTS
• 2018 ARCHITECTURE BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION WINNER
• NEW WORK SECTION 5431SF LAMINEX STRANDFLOOR FIRE & ACOUSTIC FLOOR SYSTEMS
• NAME CHANGE TO FLETCHER ALUMINIUM WINDOW & DOOR SECTIONS
• REQUEST A NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SECTION

Masterspec NOTES December 2018

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR DECEMBER 2018
• MASTERSPEC LAUNCH NEW OPEN BIM OBJECT STANDARD
• IN HOT WATER?
• BUILDING CODE AMENDMENTS NOVEMBER 2018
• NEW GIB FIRE RATED SYSTEMS LITERATURE
• ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION IN 2018 – A SUMMARY
• WORKSAFE RELEASE PRECAST CONCRETE SAFETY GUIDANCE
• VIDEO OF THE TOWER OF JESUS CHRIST
• ARCHITECTURAL COMPETITIONS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER MODDEX EXTERIOR HANDRAILS, GRABRAILS & BALUSTRADES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PREMIER INSULATION ACOUSTIC INSULATION
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PREMIER INSULATION THERMAL INSULATION
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SIKKENS TIMBER STAIN SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 5255FH FORMAN COMO INTERIOR HATCHES & ACCESS PANELS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4234JR JACOBSEN RODECA FACADE SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 8465PC PLAYGROUND CENTRE PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
• NEW WORK SECTION 4381WS WPS TILEJAK RAFT SYSTEM
• UPDATED WORK SECTION 3155FR FIRTH RIBRAFT FLOOR SYSTEMS

Masterspec NOTES November 2018

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR NOVEMBER 2018
• NEW (OLD?) AS/NZS 3100:2017 ELECTRICAL STANDARD
• WORK SECTION SUPPORT TRAINING ONLINE
• BLOOMBERG WINS 2018 RIBA STIRLING PRIZE
• MAKE SURE YOU SCHEDULE IN THE SCHEDULES
• ACOUSTICS 101 FOR ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS
• WANZ CHANGE OF NAME AND WEBSITE
• BIM: A ‘MUST’ FOR MANUFACTURERS – A NEW WHITEPAPER FROM BSI
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER BLUM CABINETRY HARDWARE SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER MARTINI ACOUSTIC WALL COVERINGS & PANEL
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER RIPSTAAL KLICK-BOARD® PLASTERBOARD SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4259JT JACOBSEN NBK® TERRACOTTA FACADE SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4131MA MAPEI ADESOGUARD PEEL & STICK TANKING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4422MM MAPEI MAPEPLAN WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 4131PS SIKAPROOF P-12 WATERPROOFING SYSTEM

Masterspec NOTES October 2018

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR OCTOBER 2018
• ADDITIONAL AUTOMATED SCHEDULING FUNCTIONALITY FOR MASTERSPEC
• MASTERSPEC WORK SECTION SUPPORT ALREADY ACTIVE
• MOVEMENT JOINTS IN BUILDINGS AND CIVIL ENGINEERING STRUCTURES
• MBIE DETERMINATIONS ON IMMEDIATE POOL AREAS
• NEW PRACTICE: ‘40% OF MY WORK COMES FROM INSTAGRAM’
• FIVE VACATION HOMES AT CALIFORNIA'S MODERNIST THE SEA RANCH
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER DRIBOND TILING SOLUTIONS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PIRMAX HR SOFFIT & FRAMING INSULATION PANEL
• 8686BE BAS BRIDGE & CAR PARK JOINTS, BRIDGE BEARINGS & ACCESSORIES
• 4711FS FORMAN STRATOCELL WHISPER FOAM INSULATION
• 4381NJ NURAJACK DECK SUPPORT SYSTEM
• 4414AP PERMATEC HOT MELT ROOF SYSTEM

Masterspec NOTES September 2018

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR SEPTEMBER 2018
• MASTERSPEC TO LAUNCH NEW WORK SECTION SUPPORT MODULE
• CBI UPDATE - MORE SPACE FOR DECKS
• CONSULTATION ON AMENDING ACCEPTABLE SOLUTIONS AND VERIFICATION METHODS 2018
• MBIE TO CONSULT TWICE YEARLY ON CHANGES TO THE BUILDING CODE SYSTEM
• CONSULTATION ON PROPOSAL FOR NEW EDITION OF FIRE ACCEPTABLE SOLUTION C/AS2
• INTRODUCTION TO INVERTED ROOFS
• FIRE STOPPING IN AUCKLAND
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER AQUACOMB RETENTION/DETENTION RAFT SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER APS HEIGHT ACCESS SAFETY SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PARKWOOD EXTERIOR DOORS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PARKWOOD COMMERCIAL PERSONNEL DOORS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER TOTAL HEIGHT SAFETY FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6311HF HERMPAC TIMBER FLOORING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4554SO STEALTH OPENING & FIXED ROOFLIGHTS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4522UZ UNITED ENERTECH ARCHITECTURAL LOUVRES & GRILLS

Masterspec NOTES for August 2018

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR AUGUST 2018
• UPDATES TO STANDARDS ON EMERGENCY LIGHTING, PHOTOVOLTAICS & COLD FORMED STEEL
• UPDATES TO STANDARDS ON FIREPLACES, PLUMBING & DRAINAGE AND DRINKING WATER
• MBIE TEMPORARILY SUSPENDS ACP CODEMARKS
• MBIE PUBLISH GUIDE TO ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS TO CLAUSE C - PROTECTION FROM FIRE
• UPDATES TO MASTERSPEC GENERAL SECTIONS
• NEW MASTERSPEC GENERAL SECTION 1264 PROGRAMMING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER BAS ARCHITECTURAL EXPANSION JOINT SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER OUTDURE QWICKBUILD MODULAR FRAMING SUPPORT SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER RAMSETREID® PAVEMENT & KERB SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER RAMSETREID® SLAB-ON-GRADE FLOORING SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4131AW ARDEX WELDABLE TANKING MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 3821SS SIMPSON STRONG-TIE® TIMBER FRAMING

Masterspec NOTES July 2018

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JULY 2018
• NEW - ARCHITECTURALLY EXPOSED STRUCTURAL STEELWORK
• NATIONAL TRAINING DATES ADDED FOR SECOND HALF 2018
• SPECIFICATION WRITING STYLE - GETTING THE BASICS RIGHT!
• SWITCHED ON TO THE NEW AS/NZS 3000:2018 WIRING RULES
• GUIDE TO ALTERING AN EXISTING BUILDING
• DIMOND METAL ROOFING & CLADDING SECTIONS

Masterspec NOTES for June 2018

• WELCOME TO YOUR NOTES FOR JUNE 2018
• MAJOR CHANGES TO SPECIFYING STRUCTURAL STEEL
• MASTERSPEC INCREASES COLLABORATION FOR TEAMS
• GET PLASTERED WITH NEW SOLID PLASTER SECTIONS
• VACANCY FOR A MASTERSPEC CHIEF TECHNICAL EDITOR
• WORK THAT DOES NOT REQUIRE A BUILDING CONSENT
• 16 CONSTRUCTION 3D PRINTERS AVAILABLE IN 2018
• NEW COMBINED WORK SECTION 6221JT JACOBSEN TILING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CAMELSPACE SAYFA FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CAMELSPACE SAYFA ROOF ACCESS HATCHES & RUNG LADDERS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER CAMELSPACE SAYFA WALKWAY, PLATFORM & ACCESS SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER LANWOOD PARTITIONING
• NEW WORK SECTION 7382MF 3M PASSIVE FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4721FG FORMAN AUTEX GREENSTUF® ACOUSTIC INSULATION
• NEW WORK SECTION 4711FG FORMAN AUTEX GREENSTUF® THERMAL INSULATION
• NEW WORK SECTION 4221KV KLC VERTICAL CLADDING SYSTEM

Masterspec NOTES for May 2018

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MAY 2018
• MASTERSPEC LAUNCH NEW VERIFICATION MARK
• STEEL YOURSELF FOR CHANGES TO STRUCTURAL STEELWORK
• NEW BEGINNERS GUIDE - HOW MUCH SHOULD YOU SPECIFY?
• EECA RETIRES THE ENERGY STAR RATING
• A BIG MONTH FOR MASTERSPEC TRAINING
• WALL TILING + FLOOR TILING = TILING SYSTEMS
• 2018 FESTIVAL OF ARCHITECTURE CURATOR ANNOUNCED
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER EDGESMITH PANEL & GATE SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER TECHNO INSULATION UNDERLAYS AND TAPES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER THE ROOFING STORE PROFILED METAL ROOFING AND CLADDING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4521FM FAIRVIEW APARTMENT & MULTI-UNIT DWELLINGS WINDOWS & DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5137IP INNOWOOD INTERIOR PANELLING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 6221JD JACOBSEN TILE & DECK PEDESTAL SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 7420RR REHAU RAUPIANO PLUS ACOUSTIC SANITARY SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 7863SE SCHNEIDER HOME CONTROL SYSTEMS

Masterspec NOTES for April 2018

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR APRIL 2018
• NEW STEEL CORROSION PROTECTION STANDARD SNZ TS 3404
• DECK SUPPORT SYSTEM - NEW SECTION
• FIVE GREAT REASONS TO ADD MASTERKEY TO YOUR SUBSCRIPTION
• MBIE ISSUE LOOP BAR WARNING
• YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES AS A DESIGNER
• NEW FIRE SAFETY DESIGN GUIDE FOR RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY HOUSING
• 22 YEARS OF HOME OF THE YEAR
• 2018 WORLD LANDSCAPE AWARDS SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED
• TIMSPEC CERTCLAD DIVIDES INTO SIX WORK SECTIONS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4691MF 3M GLAZING FILMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 3111AL AFS LOGICWALL PERMANENT FORMWORK
• NEW WORK SECTION 4422AD ARDEX UNDERTILE WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 6411IL INTERFACE LUXURY VINYL TILE FLOORING
• NEW WORK SECTION 6742PF POTTER FIRESHIELD INTUMESCENT COATINGS - STEELWORK

Your Masterspec Notes for March 2018

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MARCH 2018
• SEARCHING IN MASTERSPEC NEXTGEN 2
• ASBESTOS REMOVAL NEW WORKSAFE INTERPRETATION
• UPDATE TO SECTION 6745 PROTECTIVE COATINGS - STEELWORK
• AS/NZS 5100.6:2017 BRIDGE DESIGN ADDED TO MASTERSPEC STANDARDS ONLINE LIBRARY
• SUMMARY OF THE 2015-2017 TECHNICAL REVIEW PROGRAMME
• IS STRUCTURAL TIMBER THE FUTURE OF CONSTRUCTION?
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER AFS REDIWALL PERMANENT PVC FORMWORK
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER DURAFLEX HUSHTEC TEMPORARY NOISE CONTROL BARRIER
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PAINTPLUS ENVIRONMENTAL PAINTING SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4422AJ ALLCO JOHNS MANVILLE TPO MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 4384FM FORTE MILLBOARD DECKING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4522JS JURALCO SECURITY & INSECT SCREEN SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4254RD REYNODUAL© BONDED DOUBLE ALUMINIUM FACADE
• PRODUCT PARTNER SPEEDWALL NZ LTD NOW KOROK BUILDING SYSTEMS LTD.

Masterspec NOTES February 2018

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR FEBRUARY 2018
• FREE MASTERSPEC TRAINING SESSIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR 2018
• SYNTHETIC TURF UPDATE - SPORTS FIELDS TO PLAYGROUNDS
• GREEN STAR UPDATE TO VERSION 3.2
• AMENDMENTS TO THE UNREINFORCED MASONRY BUILDING SECURING FUND
• THE BEST ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY EVENTS OF 2018
• EUROPE’S TALLEST MODULAR TOWER
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PAREX DAVCO TILING & WATERPROOFING SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER URBAN EFFECTS STREETSCAPE FURNITURE
• NEW WORK SECTION 6752MD 3M DI-NOC VINYL WALL FINISHES
• NEW WORK SECTION 6125A ARDEX POLISHED CONCRETE TOPPING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4231HI JAMES HARDIE® EXTERNAL FIRE & ACOUSTIC WALL SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5171HI JAMES HARDIE® INTERNAL FIRE & ACOUSTIC WALL SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5438HI JAMES HARDIE® SECURA FIRE & ACOUSTIC FLOOR SYSTEM
• REVISED WORK SECTION 6745IP INTERNATIONAL PROTECTIVE COATINGS - STEELWORK
• REVISED WORK SECTION 6742IP INTERNATIONAL INTUMESCENT COATINGS - STEELWORK

Masterspec NOTES January 2018

• HAPPY NEW YEAR AND WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC FOR 2018
• SPECIFYING TO HIDE TEMPORARY INSERT VOIDS IN PRECAST CONCRETE
• AS/NZS 3500.2 NEW AMENDMENT ADDS VACUUM DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
• BRAND NEW FREE MASTERSPEC TRAINING SESSIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR 2018
• BUILDING CODEHUB, FIVE FREE STANDARDS & 'SELECTED EXTRACTS FROM 3604:2011' HANDBOOK
• FREE RAPID ASSESSMENT WORKSHOPS FOR GEO-PROFESSIONALS
• DEZEEN'S TOP 10 HOUSES OF 2017
• ARCHITECTS AND THEIR PENCILS
• UPDATE: SUMMARY OF DECAY RESISTANCE TRIAL OF JNL J-FRAME
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER DURAPLAN TOILET PARTITION SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER DURAPLAN WALL LININGS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER INNOWOOD WEATHERBOARD CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 6614GE GILT EDGE NOSINGS, TRANSITIONS & TRIM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4421SF SEALCO FLAMESEAL WARMSEAL & GREENSEAL MEMBRANE ROOFING

Masterspec NOTES December 2017

• MASTERSPEC NOTES DECEMBER 2017
• STEEL - UPDATES TO SECTIONS & STANDARDS
• UNDERLAYS - NZS 2295 AMENDED
• REVISED SCOPE FOR C/VM2 FRAMEWORK FOR FIRE SAFETY DESIGN
• KEEPING YOUR SPECIFICATIONS ALIGNED WITH YOUR DRAWINGS
• UPDATED STANDARDS FOR RECONSTITUTED WOOD-BASED PANELS
• HAWKINS\BROWN USES ENGINEERED WOOD FOR CITY OF LONDON FREEMEN'S SCHOOL
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER 3M DBI-SALA FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER PORTER'S PAINTS THREE NEW PAINTING WORK SECTIONS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6511GE GILT EDGE INDUSTRIES CARPET SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7612HE HOMETECH MECHANICAL EXTRACT SYSTEMS
• REVISED WORK SECTION 4422NT NURAPLY EVERGUARD TPO ROOF & DECK MEMBRANE
• NEW WORK SECTION 4384P PERMADECK COMPOSITE DECKING
• NEW WORK SECTION 5313KL RONDO CEILING SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 3421MF RONDO MAXIFRAME EXTERNAL WALL FRAMING SYSTEM

Masterspec NOTES November 2017

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR NOVEMBER 2017
• PRODUCTIVITY AND EFFICIENCY IN THE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR
• SECURING PARAPETS AND FACADES ON UNREINFORCED MASONRY (URM) BUILDINGS
• HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES REGULATIONS FROM 1 DECEMBER
• PAINTING - REMEMBER THE HIDDEN SURFACES
• CROSS LAYERED TIMBER (CLT) RESOURCES
• INSTANCES OF POOR GROUTING PRACTICE OF REINFORCING BARS IN DROSSBACH TUBES
• ROAMING WORKING/LIVING LIFESTYLE IS CHANGING CITIES
• FORMAN BUILDING SYSTEMS RE-RELEASE TWO BRANDED WORK SECTIONS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER RONDO BUILDING SERVICES PTY LTD STEEL STUD & TRACK WALL FRAMING SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SEALCO ECOTUFF TPO, WARMSEAL & GREENSEAL MEMBRANE ROOFING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER SPACE COMMANDER GARAGE STORAGE SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER STUTEX STONE NZ LIMITED STONE VENEER
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER XLAM CLT PANEL SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7421AI ALLPROOF INTERIOR FLOOR WASTE SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 3185CF CONCRETE PLUS FOSROC CARBON FIBRE WRAP
• NEW WORK SECTION 6141IS ISL POLISHED CONCRETE FLOOR FINISH

Masterspec NOTES October 2017

• WELCOME TO MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR OCTOBER 2017
• CONCRETE, STEEL, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL - STANDARDS UPDATES
• WITNESS POINT RENAMED NOTIFICATION POINT
• FSC SUSTAINABLE TIMBER IN MASTERSPEC
• CONSULTATION OPEN ON B1/VM1 AND LOOP BAR CONNECTIONS
• REQUIREMENTS AT PROJECT COMPLETION
• GUIDANCE FOR POTENTIALLY LIQUEFACTION-PRONE LAND PUBLISHED FOR COMMENT
• SUPERVISING UNLICENSED PEOPLE - NEW PRACTICE NOTE
• MASTERSPEC NOW HAVE OVER 1400 PRACTICES SUBSCRIBING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER GILT EDGE INDUSTRIES LTD CONCRETE CURE, HARDENER & MOISTURE CONTROL
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER GILT EDGE INDUSTRIES LTD FLOOR LEVELLING SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ISL CONCRETE CURE, HARDENER AND SEAL SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7451AE ALLPROOF EXTERIOR SURFACE DRAINAGE SOLUTIONS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5122PC PLYTECH COMMERCIAL PLYWOOD LININGS

Masterspec NOTES September 2017

• YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR SEPTEMBER 2017
• WHEN CAN OR CAN'T FOILS BE USED - CONFUSED?
• NEW GENERIC SECTION 7612 RESIDENTIAL EXTRACT SYSTEMS
• MASTERSPEC'S NEW WEBSITE TO BE LAUNCHED
• STRATEGIES FOR PROTECTING CROWDED PLACES FROM TERRORISM
• SHANGHAI'S "TREE-COVERED-MOUNTAINS" FLYOVER VIDEO RELEASED
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ISOVALVE ISOLATING VALVES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER KLC LIMITED HORIZONTAL WEATHERBOARD CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER RHINO GRATING WALKWAY, PLATFORM & ACCESS SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER STEELFORMERS PROFILED METAL CLADDING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER STEELFORMERS PROFILED METAL ROOFING
• NEW WORK SECTION 6125AL ALLNEX RESIN FLOORING & FLOOR TOPPINGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4311DI DIMOND TRICORE ROOFING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 7765EV EVLINK ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING SOLUTIONS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7642FA FORMAN ARMAFLEX FRV PIPING INSULATION
• NEW WORK SECTION 4711FX FORMAN XENERGY XPS INSULATION
• NEW WORK SECTION 8231JJ JAGAS PERVIOUS & STANDARD PAVING
• NEW WORK SECTION 5512JW JURALCO WARDROBE & STORAGE SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4521OA OMEGA ARCHITECTURAL WINDOWS & DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6742PG POLYMER GROUP FIREPROOFING COATINGS

Masterspec NOTES August 2017

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR AUGUST 2017
• MASTERSPEC LAUNCH NEW SUSTAINABLE AND GREEN BUILDING SECTIONS
• ESD - SUSTAINABLE PROJECTS & MASTERSPEC
• NEW EARTHQUAKE-PRONE BUILDINGS SYSTEM TAKES EFFECT
• PRIORITY BUILDINGS: DOWNLOAD THE GUIDE
• HFC PHASE-DOWN PROGRAM
• PROPOSED DESIGN GUIDE FOR FIRE SAFETY: RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY HOUSING
• UPCOMING MASTERSPEC TRAINING AND EVENTS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ALLNEX SOPREMA ROOFING MEMBRANE SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ALLNEX TANKING MEMBRANES
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER RLA POLYMERS TILING & WATERPROOFING SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER URBAN PAVING NATURAL STONE PAVING
• NEW WORK SECTION 7382AF ALLPROOF PASSIVE FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5511BC BESTWOOD CABINETRY
• NEW WORK SECTION 5511DC DEZIGNATEK CABINETRY
• NEW WORK SECTION 5123LS LAMINEX NZ STRANDBOARD TIMBER BOARD LININGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5517PP PRIME PANELS BENCHTOPS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5511PP PRIME PANELS CABINETRY
• NEW WORK SECTION 4424RL ROOFLOGIC ULTRATHERM XTREME FIBERTITE ROOFING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4282AB SPECIALIZED AEROBRICK AAC BRICK VENEER SYSTEM

Masterspec NOTES July 2017

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JULY 2017
• CASE STUDY: HARRISON GRIERSON ADOPT MASTERSPEC
• MYRTLE RUST - HELP SAVE OUR ICONIC NATIVE TREES
• TRAFFIC SIGNS AND ROAD MARKINGS
• AS/NZS 60598.1 - LUMINAIRES TIMES TWO
• CYBER CRIME: HOW ARCHITECTS. ENGINEERS AND CONTRACTORS MAY BE AT RISK
• MASTERSPEC SECURITY: REMOVING USER PRIVILEGES AND DELETING A USER
• MASTERKEY 2 UPDATES RELEASED
• JNL J-FRAME SPECIFICATION UPDATE
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER, WITH AN EXISTING FLEXMAR WORK SECTION
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ALLPROOF LEVEL THRESHOLD DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER JAGAS STREETSCAPE FURNITURE
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER KOPINE PARTICLEBOARD FLOORS
• NEW SECTION 4521AA APL ALUMINIUM WINDOWS & DOORS - AGED CARE
• NEW SECTION 4541AK APL KLIMA uPVC WINDOWS & DOORS
• NEW SECTION 4131 ARDEX SHELTERBIT TANKING MEMBRANE
• NEW SECTION 7382BO BOSS FIRE STOPPING SYSTEMS FROM POTTER
• NEW SECTION 4272NB NZ BRICK NATURAL STONE VENEER
• NEW SECTION 4521OT OMEGA THERMAL RESIDENTIAL WINDOWS & DOORS
• NEW SECTION 5113CP POTTER PERFORATED PLASTERBOARD LININGS
• NEW SECTION 6742PP PPG INTUMESCENT COATINGS - STEELWORK
• NEW SECTION 8281TT TOTAL TACTILEZ EXTERIOR TACTILE INDICATORS
• NEW SECTION 6615TT TOTAL TACTILEZ INTERIOR TACTILE INDICATORS

Masterspec NOTES June 2017

• YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR JUNE 2017
• RESIDENTIAL POOLS AND THE NEW NZBC F9/AS1 AND F9/AS2
• A CONCLUSION ON THE INCLUSION - RISK OF SPONTANEOUS GLASS FAILURE
• HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATIONS & EXPLOSIVES UPDATES
• MASTERSPEC FINALISTS IN 2017 AUT BUSINESS SCHOOL EXCELLENCE IN BUSINESS SUPPORT AWARDS
• NEW SYSTEM FOR MANAGING EARTHQUAKE-PRONE BUILDINGS
• 10 MATERIAL INNOVATIONS SHAPING THE BUILDINGS OF TOMORROW
• CONSULTATION ON FIRE SAFETY PROPOSALS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ABODO HORIZONTAL CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ABODO VERTICAL CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER NZ BRICK DISTRIBUTORS CLAY BRICK VENEER CLADDING
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER NZBD DESIGNER SERIES PRE-FINISHED CLADDING SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER NZBD DESIGNER SERIES PRE-FINISHED INTERIOR LINING SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER OMEGA RESIDENTIAL WINDOWS & DOORS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ROOFLOGIC ULTRATHERM MSR ROOFING SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER TOTAL TACTILZE - NOSING & TRIM
• NEW SECTION NEW ZEALAND STEEL COLORSTEEL® CLADDING
• NEW SECTION NEW ZEALAND STEEL COLORSTEEL® ROOFING

Masterspec NOTES May 2017

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MAY 2017
• UPDATES TO PLASTER BOARD, PAINTING & TREATMENT STANDARDS
• TWO NEW ACCEPTABLE SOLUTIONS FOR RESTRICTING ACCESS TO RESIDENTIAL POOLS
• ACCEPTABLE SOLUTIONS AND VERIFICATION METHODS DEFINITIONS
• UK BUILD TO RENT SECTOR GROWING
• NZIA LOCAL ARCHITECTURE AWARDS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ALTRO SAFETY FLOORS & WALLS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER BOARDWALK ROOF ACCESS & MOUNTING SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER POLYMER GROUP WATERPROOFING MEMBRANES
• NEW WORK SECTION 5511PL PLYTECH LABORATORY & EDUCATION CABINETRY
• NEW WORK SECTION 5122PL PLYTECH RESIDENTIAL PLYWOOD LININGS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4312PC PSP CLEARVUE ROOFING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4312PS PSP SUNTUF POLYCARBONATE ROOFING & SKYLIGHTING
• NEW WORK SECTION 6743RF RESENE FIRESHIELD INTUMESCENT TIMBER COATING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4311SC STEEL & TUBE PROFILED METAL COMMERCIAL ROOFING

Masterspec NOTES April 2017

• UPDATES TO 267 WORK SECTIONS DUE TO ACCEPTABLE SOLUTIONS & VERIFICATION METHODS CHANGES
• UPDATING YOUR WORK SECTIONS THIS MONTH
• RETENTION MONEY PROVISIONS COME INTO FORCE
• ADNZ MEDIUM DENSITY HOUSING SUMMIT 5TH AND 6TH APRIL
• STEEL REINFORCEMENT MESH FOR CONCRETE
• FRAMED BUILDINGS WITH PRECAST CONCRETE FLOOR SYSTEMS
• LANDSCAPING - SHANGHAI’S YUQIAO TECHNOLOGY DISTRICT
• APRIL 3-7 IS ASBESTOS AWARENESS WEEK
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER ARIDON® SMART WALL SYSTEM
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER THUNDAFLO HEAVY DUTY SURFACE DRAINAGE SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 6512AF ADVANCE FLOTEX® TILE
• NEW WORK SECTION 4824AE ALLCO EMSEAL EXPANSION & SEISMIC JOINTS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6615MR MRC INTERIOR TACTILE INDICATORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 6614MR MRC TREDSAFE® STAIR NOSINGS & TREADS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5511PT PLYTECH JOINERY AND CABINETRY
• NEW WORK SECTION 4312RI ROOFING INDUSTRIES PROFILED NATURAL LIGHTING
• NEW WORK SECTION 5211SR SRP STEEL STUD & TRACK SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 5313SR SRP CEILING BATTEN SYSTEMS

Masterspec NOTES March 2017

• MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR MARCH 2017
• STEEL REINFORCEMENT MESH FOR CONCRETE - CLARIFICATION
• NEW ELECTRICAL STANDARDS
• NEW AS/NZS 1252 STANDARDS FOR BOLTS, NUTS & WASHERS
• GUIDANCE ON SECURING URM PARAPETS AND FACADES
• VACANCY FOR A MASTERSPEC TECHNICAL WRITER
• STAGED BUILDING CONSENTS
• AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN LONDON
• TASMAN INSULATION WALL PRODUCTS MORE USER FRIENDLY
• NEW WORK SECTION 4414AH ALLCO HYDROTECH MM6125 RUBBERISED ASPHALT WATERPROOFING
• NEW WORK SECTION 4521FT FAIRVIEW THERMAL SERIES WINDOWS & DOORS
• NEW WORK SECTION 7628FV VRF FUJITSU AIRSTAGE AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM
• NEW WORK SECTION 4338LS LAMINEX STRANDSARKING ROOFING SUBSTRATE
• NEW WORK SECTION 4268SS SIMPSON STRONG-TIE HELI-TIE HELICAL WALL TIE SYSTEMS
• NEW WORK SECTION 4422WT WPS DUROTUF TPO WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE

Masterspec NOTES February 2017

• WELCOME TO YOUR MASTERSPEC NOTES FOR FEBRUARY 2017
• NEW STANDARDS FOR REFRIGERANTS AND REFRIGERATING SYSTEMS
• IMPROVING SEISMIC PERFORMANCE OF UNREINFORCED MASONRY BUILDING PARAPETS AND FACADES
• MBIE AMEND 28 ACCEPTABLE SOLUTIONS AND 10 VERIFICATION METHODS - FURTHER DETAIL
• SCAFFOLDING IN NEW ZEALAND - GOOD PRACTICE GUIDELINES
• SPECIFYING A MEMBRANE LEAK TEST METHOD AT DESIGN STAGE
• WINDOWS, GLASS, GLAZING - A BRIEF HISTORY
• FIRST EVER RIBA INTERNATIONAL PRIZE WINNER
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER GLOBAL TILE AND LATICRETE TILING SYSTEMS
• NEW PRODUCT PARTNER MRC EXTERIOR TACTILE PAVERS AND INDICATORS
• NEW SECTION 6125AD FLOWCRETE DECKSHIELD CAR PARK DECK COATING
• NEW SECTION 6125AF FLOWCRETE INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL RESIN FLOOR
• THE FOLLOWING PRODUCT IS REPEATED FROM JANUARY NOTES...
• NEW SECTION 4251PC PSP ALPOLIC®/fr ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANEL
• REVISED AND RE-PUBLISHED SECTION 4223SC SHADOWCLAD® PLYWOOD CLADDING

Masterspec NOTES January 2017

• WELCOME TO 2017 AND AN EXCITING YEAR FOR CONSTRUCTION
• MBIE AMEND 28 ACCEPTABLE SOLUTIONS AND 10 VERIFICATION METHODS
• UPDATES TO MBIE'S POST-EARTHQUAKE BUILDING ASSESSMENT PAGES
• ROCKFALL PROTECTION STRUCTURES GUIDANCE RELEASED
• RESTRICTED BUILDING WORK FACT SHEETS AVAILABLE IN OTHER LANGUAGES
• NEW SECTION 4251PC PSP ALPOLIC®/fr ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANEL
• REVISED AND RE-PUBLISHED SECTION 4223SC SHADOWCLAD® PLYWOOD CLADDING