The Prime Mover and the Recognised Voice of the Malaysian Construction Industrywww.mbam.org.my #120 Volume 3 2020 RM10.00 MBAM MBAM Council Members 2020-2022 pg 18 The COVID-19 Act & Contracts pg 74 Undocumented Foreign Workers Recalibration Plan – Application Process and Procedures pg 33 7 th MBAM OSH Seminar & Permit to Work pg 44 The Next Generation Emerging Building Specialists Speak to MBJ pg 20 9772289848000 03HEAVY SHORINGHEAVY SHORINGAs we end a year of adaptation and reinvention, let us move forward as one with renewed enthusiasm and innovation. Here’s to a healthy and prosperous 2021! MBAMMBAM Happy New Year!About Hinoki ( Chamaecyparis obtuse Endlicher — japanese cypress ) ADVERTORIAL Academic and Common Names Hinoki (Chamaecyparis obtuse Endlicher) is an evergreen conifer which belongs to the genus hinoki (Chamaecyparis Spach) under the Cupressaceae family. Included in the Cupressaceae family are incense cedar (Calocedrus Kurz), Cypress (Cupressus L.), Juniper (Juniperus L.), Laosian cypress (Fokienia Henryet Thomas), Oriental arbor-vita (Platycladus Spach), Sabina (Sabina Mill), Hiba arborvitae (Thujopsis Sieb. et Zucc.), Usuri cypress (Microbiota) and Thuja. The Hinoki genus includes Taiwanese red cypress (C. formosensis Matsum.) and Taiwanese cypress (C. obtuse var. formosana (Hayata )Behd.). Its business term in wood distribution and trade is Hinoki, as pronounced in its country of origin. It is called Japanese cypress in English. It is said that the word Hinoki derives from tree (ki) of (of) day (hi) or sprit (hi). Geographic Distribution and Major Producing Areas Hinoki is one of the major tree species in Japan, distributed mainly is Hoshu, Shikoku and Kyushu. The prefectures well known for Hinoki production are Nagano, Gifu, Shizuoka, Mie, Nara, Wakayama, Okayama, Ehime, Kochi and Kumamoto. Well-established brand names are Kiso-hinoki, Tono-hinoki, Tenryu-hinoki, Owase-hunoki, Yoshino-hinoki, Koyasan-hinoki, Mimasaka-hinoki and Ehime-hinoki. Physiological Features Hinoki is a tall evergreen tree that can grow taller than 20 meters. Most trees have straight trunks. Distinct Features of the Wood The color of heartwood is light red and that of sapwood is close to white. The distinction between heartwood and sapwood, therefore, is easy. The grain is relatively uniform and displays warmth and beauty. The surface is smooth to the touch. The glossy surface and the characteristic scent are liked by people today. Hinoki is also widely known as a building material good for health. Performance The average air-dried density is 0.44 g/cm 2 . The wood is tight and has little dimensional deformity and is easy to process. The heartwood has superior preservative and anti-moist/water qualities. It performs well in drying, adhesion, polishing and painting. Main Uses Hinoki is used in multiple applications, primarily in wooden buildings such as foundations, posts, beams, wall panels, floorings, as well as interior, furniture, bath tubs, saunas, etc... It is considered as the best building material in Japan. With its strength and natural durability, it is used widely in Japanese style structures and interiors. Several natural elements contained in hinoki wood are regarded as capable of absorbing harmful materials such as formaldehyde. The scent exuded from phytoncide, one of the terpenes, has not only anti bacterial and termites effects, but also activates the parasympathetic nerve, which promotes relaxation, lowers blood pressure, and amplifies alpha waves. In comparison with other types of wood, hinoki is highly suitable for health and an excellent wood. Resources and Log Production According to statistics as of March 31, 2017, the planted Hinoki area is 2.6 million hectares with 740 million m 3 of growing stock. Hinoki accounts for 26% of the planted forests and 22% of the growing stock. The log production in 2018 was 2.77 million m 3 or 13% of the total. Japan Wood Products Export Association Rinyu Building, 1-7-12 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku Tokyo, 112-0004 Japan TEL +81-3-5844-6275 FAX +81-3-3816-5595HIGH-RE FORMPLY WASON RESOURCES SDN. BHD. (157439-V) No. 6 Jalan TUDM, Kampung Baru Subang, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia Tel: 603 7847 6368 (Hunting)/7847 6230 Fax: 603 7847 6373 Email: info@wasonmalaysia.com Website: www.wasonmalaysia.com Manufactured from selected hardwood veneers using advanced veneering technology, HIGH-RE FORMPLY gives a higher strength-to-load impact, is stable and sturdy, durable and economical. In addition, it is environmentally- friendly, as it can be re-used dozens of times with good site practice. The base panel surface is laminated with phenolic film and the edges of the panel are coated with a water- resistant sealant to prevent absorption of water. THE OBVIOUS CHOICE FOR SYSTEM FORMWORK Quotation available upon request for other thicknesses and for heavier gsm on the film. The technical information provided here is for general guidance only, and therefore does not form any legal contract. To the best of our knowledge, all information is correct at the time of printing. TECHNICAL INFORMATION Species Medium Light Hardwood Density 680 ± 20 kg/m3 (BS EN 323 : 1993) Panel Size 1220mm x 2440mm (±1.0mm per linear metre of edge) Thickness 18.0mm (± 0.5mm) No. of Plies 13 Plies Moisture content 11% (BS EN 322 : 1993 ) Bonding/Adhesive WBP (Water-boil proof)/ Phenolic Formaldehyde Standard BS EN 314 Plywood - Bonding Class 3 Phenolic Film Type: Smooth Color: Dark Brown Density: 135 gsm/135 gsm and 220 gsm/220 gsm ULTIMATE AVERAGE MOE (EN 310:1993) Approx. 9,920 Mpa (Bending paralled to face grain) Approx. 8,200 Mpa (Bending perpendicular to face grain ) MOR (EN 310:1993) Approx. 77 Mpa (Bending paralled to face grain ) Approx. 77.6 Mpa (Bending perpendicular to face grain ) Shear strength Approx. 1.0 Mpa Suncon, Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan Persekutuan,Putrajaya 220 gsm 13 ply board Suncon, Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan Persekutuan, PutrajayaTIMBER SCAFFOLD BOARD WASON RESOURCES SDN. BHD. (157439-V) No. 6 Jalan TUDM, Kampung Baru Subang, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia Tel: 603 7847 6368 (Hunting)/7847 6230 Fax: 603 7847 6373 Email: info@wasonmalaysia.com Website: www.wasonmalaysia.com Rough Sawn European Whitewood Scaffolding Board Graded To BS 2482 : 1981 and BS 2482 : 2009 (Visual Grading – VG Grade) C/W Steel Bands Nailed on Both Ends. Air-dried To 18% MC. TECHNICAL INFORMATION Thickness 38mm x 225mm - BS 2482 : 2009 50mm x 225mm - BS 2482 : 1981 Maximum Span For 38mm thickness, the maximum span is 1.20m and for the 50mm thickness, the recommended maximum span is 2.0m. Length Standard length is 3.90m. Other lengths such as 2.0m, 2.5m & 3.0m are also available. Scaffolding Frames Recommended to use 50mm x 225mm Usage For Temporary Access Platform and Toe Board usage in civil construction, shipyards, oil and gas industry, etc. Very suitable for fixing into Walkway Brackets or Lift Shaft Platforms using Formwork Systems such as Doka, Peri Alluma, Zulin, SGB, Hunnebeck etc . Treatment with CCA The idea of treatment is to increase durability of the timber that is exposed to rain and shine during the construction period, which may last for years. Therefore, with treatment, it is definitely an added assurance for safety as it prevents rot, fungus and termites. Handling & Storage Please handle with care. Wear gloves and ensure hands are properly washed after contact. The timber must be stored above ground and not in contact with sea water. Allowed for exterior use. Advantages The timber is straight and light, yet strong and lasting after treatment. 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