The ITC-SA is alive and kicking in KZN

ITC-SA trailblazers in KZN. Colin Armstrong and Bobby Shoayb attended the very first meeting of the organisation 49 years ago. Regional Meetings of the Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA) are not-to-be-missed opportunities for young professionals to catch up with the latest industry news, share experiences and meet some of the local the trailblazers…

Modern branding for professional designations

  The Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA) is celebrating the contribution of its members in the global circular economy with new, modern branding for its five Professional Designations. The institute’s sought-after Professional Designations are Certified Timber Roof Truss Designer, Certified Roof Fabricator, Certified Roof Erector, Certified Roof Inspector and Accredited Timber Engineer. “The…

Forestry master plan unlocks sector competitiveness

The Forestry Sector Masterplan (FSM) to revitalise the forestry, pulp and paper, sawn timber, board products and utility poles, and treated products industries received the government’s stamp of approval in September 2020. The forestry sector contributes almost 25% to South Africa’s agricultural GDP, and with its contribution of 4.5% to total manufacturing, forestry products rank…

The ITC-SA is a Non-Statutory Professional Body. What does that mean?

It is midway through the year and a good time to pause and reflect on the past six months and see whether your business is on track to achieve its mission and vision. Performance reviews form part of this process, with “professional” conduct often used as a performance descriptor. The Institute for Timber Construction South…

First regional meeting since 2019 motivates Western Cape members

The Western Cape members of the Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA) recently enjoyed an opportunity to meet while heeding the Covid-19 safety protocols. Neil de Villiers, the ITC-SA’s newly appointed Western Cape Regional Coordinator, chaired the well-attended Regional Meeting held in Cape Town on 27 May. It was a gathering of professionals from…