Industry insights and engineering news

Bushfire Attack Levels (BAL): Essential Information for Builders

July 31, 2025

Building solutions, Industry Insights

BAL assessments are increasingly required by councils across Queensland. Learn what they mean for your project — and how STA now delivers fast, accurate BAL reporting up to BAL 29.

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Good news for Wind Classifications: 2021 Wind Standards and 2022 NCC update

May 6, 2022

Regulations & standards, Industry Insights

The winds of change are blowing again and are set to impact Wind Classifications, with the new National Construction Code (NCC) to be released in...

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Soil testing in wet weather

April 29, 2021

Industry Insights

It’s not just your weekend BBQ or the kids’ footy that becomes doubtful when the “big wet” sets in. Lengthy, intense rain events can delay...

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Foundation inspections & Slab inspections: How engineers save builders time and money

September 21, 2020

Industry Insights

As a builder, you know construction can be a tough business. And with ever greater regulation and competitive cost pressures, the last thing you need...

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Soil testing and site classification glossary of terms

March 29, 2020

Industry Insights

Design documentation glossary The following are definitions of words commonly used in site classification reports and other engineering documentation. Allowable Bearing Capacity Maximum bearing pressure...

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NATA Accredited Soil Testing Laboratory: What does that mean?

March 29, 2020

Industry Insights, Regulations & standards

Our Brisbane Laboratory has achieved national and worldwide accreditation from NATA (National Association of Testing Authorities Australia). It’s something we’re extremely proud of so we...

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