Frank Woeste. P.E.

All Things Wood: Substantial Wood Truss Content at Virginia Tech Course

Frank Woeste

Sponsored by the Virginia Tech Continuing and Professional Education program, a three-day program on light-frame and mass timber construction design topics will be offered on May 14–16, 2024 in Blacksburg, VA. Joining me as instructors this year are Scott D. Coffman, PE, John Holland, MBA,...

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March 2024
Issue #16296
Page 64
Frank Woeste. P.E.

All Things Wood: Design of Wood Structures—an Introductory Course

Frank Woeste

Once again, Virginia Tech will be offering its popular two-day course on topics related to wood construction. This year’s course, to be held on April 26–27, will focus on practical code-conforming design of wood structures based on provisions of the 2018 National Design...

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February 2023
Issue #15283
Page 74
Frank Woeste. P.E.

All Things Wood: Structural Design Topics in Wood Construction Course

Frank Woeste

After a three-year absence, Virginia Tech is offering its popular two-day course on topics related to wood construction. On May 17–18 in Blacksburg, VA, the Structural Design Topics in Wood Construction course will address wood truss design, in-service performance, and installation...

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March 2022
Issue #14272
Page 90
Jesse Russell

Improve Your Structural Steel Designs with the Yield-Link® Software Webinar Series

Jesse Russell

With the introduction of the Simpson Strong-Tie Yield-Link® moment connection for steel construction, the engineering and software development teams at Simpson Strong-Tie created multiple design tools to support users in their specification of the Yield-Link technology. These tools range...

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March 2021
Issue #13260
Page 118
Robert Glowinski

With Latest Publication, AWC Once Again Leads Charge on Mass Timber Construction

Robert Glowinski

As former students, we all know the importance of having a study guide. A great study guide pulls together all the pertinent information from various sources to help you focus on the topic at hand. In the world of mass timber construction, complex codes and standards need to be well understood...

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September 2020
Issue #12254
Page 106
Robert Glowinski

New Acoustic Calculator Calculates Sound Transmission Through Wood-Frame Assemblies

Robert Glowinski

Excessive sound and noise have become such an inundating part of our daily lives that we may hardly notice it (except of course when trying to put the kids to sleep or giving a presentation on Zoom). And nowadays noise comes at us from so many places that at times it’s hard to even...

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August 2020
Issue #12253
Page 100
Bryan Wert, MS, PE, SECB

Webinar Alert: Choosing the Right Connections for Wind-Resistant Design

Bryan Wert

According to the Greek philosopher Heraclitus, “The only constant in life is change.” When the latest Wood Construction Connectors catalog (C-C-2019) was published, my colleague, Paul McEntee, PE authored an excellent blog post to announce some big changes within the catalog. He...

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August 2020
Issue #12253
Page 116
Robert Glowinski

Building Safety Month Takes on New Meaning for Everyone

Robert Glowinski

Many of us have been spending extra time at home the past few months, bringing new meaning to May as Building Safety Month. This year’s theme was aptly chosen and is “Safer Buildings, Safer Communities, Safer World.” Ensuring that local building codes are up-to-date with the...

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May 2020
Issue #12250
Page 100
Robert Glowinski

AWC Operations Continue Despite COVID-19

Robert Glowinski

Perhaps like many of you, I am writing this message from my home. In light of safety precautions recommended because of the spread of COVID-19, or the Coronavirus, the American Wood Council (AWC) has closed our multi-person offices in Leesburg, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. until such time as...

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April 2020
Issue #12249
Page 106
Frank Woeste. P.E.

All Things Wood: Continuous Learning and Virginia Tech

Frank Woeste

Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned professional, there’s always more to learn, especially as construction practices continue to evolve. That’s why our colleagues at Virginia Tech are pleased to be able to offer continuing education each spring. In addition, for many course...

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April 2020
Issue #12249
Page 108
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