Amelia Richardson: Technical Manager at Midland Brick
Amelia Richardson is the Technical Manager at Midland Brick, Specialising in process improvements, quality assurance and product development. Amelia is also a board member at Think Brick Australia and holds a Bachelo ...
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Nicholas Bannigan: Engineering team member ...
In this episode, your host Cathy Inglis: Acting CEO at Think Brick Australia and our Engineering Team member Nicholas Bananigan, cover topics such as; The application of permeable clay p ...
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Jason Mackenzie: Engineering team member at Think Brick Australia ...
In this episode, your host Cathy Inglis: Acting CEO at Think Brick Australia and our Engineering Team member Jason Mackenzie, cover topics such as; What the main considerations are for m ...
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Jack Wang: Engineering team member at Think Brick Australia ...
In this episode your host Cathy Inglis, our acting CEO at Think Brick Australia and our Engineering Team member Jack Wang, cover topics such as; Detailing and constructing flexible clay ...
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Jack Gill: Engineering Lead and General Manager at Think Brick Australia ...
In this episode your host Cathy Inglis, our acting CEO at Think Brick Australia and our Engineering Team Lead at Jack Gill, cover topics such as; The relevant standards and specifications ...
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Cathy Inglis: Brickworks General Manager - Technical & Innovation ...
In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest Cathy Inglis, Brickworks General Manager - Technical & Innovation, cover topics such as; <u ...
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What you need to consider when renovating your home ...
In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering team member, Nicholas Bannigan, cover topics such as; <span style="color: rgb( ...
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Four Ways to Reinforce a Hit and Miss Wall ...
Have you listened to our Hit and Miss episode yet? This week we bring you Part 2 which takes you on a deep dive into the reinforcement part of these stunning walls.In this episode your host Elizabet ...
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AS 3700: A Deep Dive ...
What is AS 3700 and what does this have to do with masonry design? Tune in to find out!In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Intern, Jason McKenzie, cover topics such as;&nbs ...
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Silica Dust: Risks and Considerations ...
What is silica dust and why is it so important to learn about the importance of silica dust safety? In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and General Manager, Jack Gill, cover topics su ...
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Lintels and Shelf Angles: Functionality and Case Studies ...
Ever wondered how masonry walls are supported even when they are more than 10 meters high? Lintels and shelf angles are your answer! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineerin ...
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Top 5 TechTalks of 2022 ...
A very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Think Brick Podcast! What a year it has been and we hope you have been enjoying our podcast drops every week. And what a way to wrap up the year with a quick recap o ...
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Heritage Brickwork: Considerations and Case Studies ...
What do you know of heritage brickwork? Check out this episode to find out more!In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Intern, Danielle Simbulan, cover topics such as; </ ...
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The Four Stages of a Life Cycle Analysis ...
Life cycle analysis (LCA) is a method of quantifying the environmental impacts associated with a given product. What about the LCA of bricks? Let's find out!In this episode your host Elizabeth McInt ...
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NCC 2022: Energy Efficiency ...
Today we go through the National Construction Code 2022 Volume Two and focus on energy efficiency. Did you listen to Part 1 of this series? Find out why bricks are the superior choice when building your project!< ...
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NCC 2022: The Key Differences ...
The National Construction Code 2022 has been released! Have you had a look over to see what has changed since 2019? Have a listen now to find out!In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and En ...
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Brick Bond Types: Patterns ...
There's so much you can explore with bricks by changing up their bond types and creating some amazing patterns!In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Civil Engineer, Danielle Simbulan, co ...
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Brick Pit Afterlife: Redevelopment ...
We've gone through the Brick Manufacturing Process, but ever wondered what happens to the brick quarries after they've been excavated?In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering In ...
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Brick in Earthquakes ...
Did you know that on average, Australia records over 100 earthquakes each year? How should we design our buildings to withstand this and why should we build in brick? Let's find out!In this episode ...
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Tess Nyanjom: BGC Housing Group ...
Thinking of building your first home? Take a listen as we explore through 5 top tips!In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest, Tess Nyanjom from BGC Housing Group, cover topic ...
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How Bricks Are Made - Part 3 ...
The third and final part of the Brick Manufacturing Process! Have you enjoyed this series so far? And what do you know about firing bricks?In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Team Lea ...
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How Bricks Are Made - Part 2 ...
Part 2 of the Brick Manufacturing Process! What do you know about shaping and drying bricks?In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Team Lead, Jack Gill, cover topics such as;& ...
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How Bricks Are Made - Part 1 ...
Bricks are around us everyday, but have you ever stopped to think about how they're made?In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Team Lead, Jack Gill, cover topics such as;&nbs ...
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TechTalk: Brick Paving Around your Pool: Considerations and tips ...
Brick paving around your pool, not only looks great due to the colours not fading and the durability of the material but they are also very easy to clean!In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre ...
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Brick Walling Systems Around Australia ...
Australia has one of the most diverse climates, with each state boasting a multitude of extremes. Have you ever wondered which states used which brick walling types?In this episode your host Elizabe ...
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Building Along the Australian Coast: Factors and Considerations ...
More than 85% of Australians live within 50km of the coast. When building along the coast, there are many different factors that need to be considered. What do you know about coastal building?In this episode y ...
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Benefits of House Rating Schemes ...
Building a new house? Listen to find out about the benefits of House Rating Schemes and how it ensures energy efficiency is met for your home. In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Undergradua ...
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Standard Brick Size Around the World: The History ...
Do you love exploring brick architecture when travelling around the world? Do you ever wonder why some countries use bricks that are different in size to the standard back in Australia?In this episo ...
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Brick Testing: Requirements and Considerations ...
Whether we're buying eggs, milk or any electronic product, there's an expectation that it meets a certain standard of quality. From that, we have certain testing regimes that all these products will go through. The s ...
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Brick Floors: Considerations ...
Brick floors are inviting, warm and comforting, and they can give your house a great atmosphere.They are are low maintenance solution for your internal floors. In this episode your hos ...
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Brick Defects ...
Changes can appear with bricks over time, and sometimes may alarm you. We are here to keep your mind at ease! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Structural Engineer, Michael Koungras ...
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Brick Colours with Anthony Zhang ...
Bricks come in nearly over 1000 different colours, often the colour of your brick, and the mortar colour you pick will help unify the overall appearance of your brick building. This episode covers why brick colours a ...
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Brick Maintenance: benefits ...
As we know, bricks are low maintenance, but some occasional sweeping or light pressure cleaning or brushing are really good and simple ways to keep your brick wall looking just as good as it did the first d ...
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Cracking Prevention, accounting for movement ...
Minor cracking of masonry is relatively common in domestic construction. Most of these cracks are <1mm thick and have no structural implications.Good quality masonry design and construction will reduce the ...
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Control Joints: Considerations and benefits ...
Control joints are used in clay masonry to accommodate movements within the masonry or between the masonry and other parts of the building. Such movements can arise from various sources including foundation movements ...
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Requirements and considerations when using brick in landscape ...
Brickwork can play an important role in creating a harmonious and aesthetically pleasing environment while at the same time providing practical low-maintenance solutions to a wide range of landscaping issues. Most ga ...
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Open Fireplaces: Considerations and requirements ...
A fireplace is an open area built into the structure of a home where a fire can be safely contained to generate heat and to provide a relaxing atmosphere. Designing fireplaces in brick is benefi ...
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Brick Beauty: Textured Brick Walls ...
Textured walls or corbeled walls, are a unique type of brick wall. Instead of the masonry units being flush throughout the construction, bricks in a textured wall is laid in a manner that makes them appear as if it i ...
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Designing in Bushfire Prone Areas: considerations and requirements ...
Australia has a very dry climate and with that comes an increased risk of bushfires and subsequently an increased frequency. Although bushfires are associated with spring and summer weather, it should be noted that b ...
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Brick Arches: considerations and requirements ...
Brick arches are an aesthetically pleasing way to bridge openings in a masonry wall, softening the angularity of traditional brickwork with progressive curves.In this podcast your host, Elizabeth McIntyre and ...
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Mortar Consistency: Mortar Matters ...
Mortar consistency can vary with many factors. To achieve a harmonious looking wall with adequate structural integrity, we need to ensure our mortar is consistent between batches.In this podcast your host, Eli ...
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Textured walls or corbelled walls, are a unique type of brick wall. Instead of the masonry units being flush throughout the construction, bricks in a textured wall is laid in a manner that makes them appear as if it ...
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Energy Efficiency Design: reduce our reliance on artificial heating and cooling ...
When designing a house that is energy efficient, we should always strive to implement the best design practices to reduce our reliance on artificial heating and cooling. This goal can be easily accomplished using mas ...
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Tuckpointing and Repointing: The process and benefits ...
Repointing and Tuckpointing are refurbishment processes that provide an aesthetic 'facelift' for old masonry walls, making the brickwork look almost brand new.In this episode, your host Elizabeth Mc ...
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Mortar Colour Variation: Mortar Matters ...
Mortar is a key component of masonry and it combines the masonry units together, whether that be clay or concrete masonry. Mortar makes up 15% of masonry, which makes it quite a sizeable proportion of the colour peop ...
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Mortar Details & Finishes: Mortar Matters ...
Mortar is integral to masonry structures, and it is what makes masonry, masonry. It can be defined as a workable paste which hardens to bind building materials such as bricks. It ensures your masonry structure is bot ...
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The 6 main masonry accessories ...
Masonry accessories help create a well-designed and stable wall for your dwelling. Each accessory serves a specific purpose in a masonry wall, ranging from waterproofing to structural stability. Six different masonry ...
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The 5 main wall types and their differing characteristics ...
The five main brick wall types are; brick veneer, reverse brick veneer, cavity brick, single skin brick work and solid brick work. These walls are used in many applications of brick work, and have many different char ...
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Curved walls: Design and detailing considerations ...
Curved walls are generally used for their unique structural and aesthetic benefits. Many contemporary brick buildings are admired for their innovative use of curves, often aesthetically pleasing as the sun creates in ...
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Weatherproofing; Veneer, cavity and solid brick walls ...
Bricks are a versatile construction material that are used for a wide variety of structures. Weatherproofing is important for all types of structures.In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre an ...
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Masonry Durability : Bricks, Mortar and Built-in Components ...
As one of the oldest building materials, bricks remain strong and looks better with age, like fine wine. Bricks have kept Australian homes safe, comfortable and protect against many extreme climates.<p ...
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Acoustic Performance: Requirements ...
One objective of the National Construction Code (NCC) is to ensure that the occupants of adjoining residential dwellings, such as villas, townhouses, units and apartments, are not subjected to excessive noise transmi ...
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Combustibility is a materials ability to ignite or combust when exposed to a flame or elevated temperature conditions. Combustibility is an important building material property which must be given careful considerati ...
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Fire Resistance Level: Requirements of the NCC ...
A large proportion of the National Construction Code (NCC) concerns itself with the design of buildings for fire safety. The NCC sets out the minimum fire safety requirements for all buildings in Austr ...
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Hit & Miss: Design Consideration ...
Hit and Miss walls or screens differ from traditional masonry walls as the bricks are laid further apart with the removal of the vertical mortar joint. This type of wall design is being utili ...
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The National Construction Code - Comprehensive Guide ...
The National Construction Code (NCC) provides the minimum necessary requirements for all new buildings and new building work in Australia. The NCC is a uniform document that sets technical provisions for building, pl ...
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Paving a Residential Driveway - Industry Crash Course ...
Segmental pavements are an aesthetic design choice which provides distinct character to any residential property. The modular nature of the paver provides the designer with the opportunity to creatively experiment wi ...
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Stackbonding - top considerations ...
The stackbond laying pattern is a distinct use of masonry that emphasises the verticality of the masonry wall. This modest design choice has become increasingly popular as an architectural effect in veneer constructi ...
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The National Construction Code and Australian Standards ...
The Australian construction industry references a variety of important technical documents. The most prominent industry documents used in Australia are the National Construction Code and the Australian Standards. All ...
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