HERA is delighted to share the recipients of our Top Student Prize 2023 from the University of Waikato which recognises excellence in structural steel design. This was awarded to Jethro…
HERA is proud to be partnering with Massey University, to pioneer rangahau (research) focused on circular design principles to transform the construction industry’s approach to sustainability. The goal? To…
In today’s construction landscape, the concepts of “Circular Design” (CD) and “Construction 4.0” (C4.0) are gaining traction, offering promising solutions to minimise waste and enhance sustainability. These approaches, whilst…
Composite slabs with profiled steel decking are widely used in the construction for their outstanding performance. Based on HERA’s many years-experience in analysing several structures in fire, one of our…
In the complex world of welding, understanding the nuances of different welding positions cannot be overlooked. From the meticulous planning of welding procedures to the on-the-spot adjustments, welding is an…
Welding stands as a key enabling technology in critical industries such as manufacturing, pressure equipment and plants, oil and gas, shipbuilding, and structural steel fabrication. Despite being a well-established and…
Taine is no stranger to HERA, being one of the recipients of our 2023 Whanake scholarship, which we are partnering with Pūhoro to deliver. So, we are glad he could join…
Congratulations to Cameron Henderson, who has been recognised for his outstanding performance in the ENCI436 course at the University of Canterbury and winning a HERA Top Student prize! Navigating…
Recently, Holger had the pleasure of attending the Bachelor of Computer & Information Sciences poster showcase event at Auckland University of Technology (AUT). This event is where students present the…
Optimising weld sizes/details for enhanced structural performance and cost efficiency – the research of HERA Foundation Scholarship Recipient, Ahmad Sayadi Meet Ahmad Sayadi, a dedicated and enthusiastic PhD student from…
A draft AS/NZS 1170.2:2021 Amd 2:2023, which pertains to Structural design actions, Part 2: Wind actions, is now open for public comments. The comment period commenced on 23/Oct/2023 and will…
“Steel columns are most likely to expand vertically when subjected to fire, resulting in an increase in internal force within the steel column. Due to material degradation in a fire,…