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NC-v4 MRc3:Building product disclosure and optimization - sourcing of raw materials

Temporary Materials - Formwork

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Christopher Drew
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Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture
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The materials credits apply to components that are permanently installed in the building. However, the use of temporary construction materials, in particular formwork and formwork systems can be significant - especially on supertall concrete framed towers. Is there any possibility to get credit for specifying and ensuring that all formwork and temporary wood used on the project should be FSC certified? Apologies if this question has already been asked (and answered) elsewhere

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Paula Melton
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Wed, 08/19/2015 - 12:18

Christopher, formwork is specifically excluded from all MR credit calculations. See the ref guide under "Qualifying Products and Exclusions" in the MR section. It's still a good idea to go with FSC for formwork, even though you don't get points!

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