Randy Daudet

Top Structural and Wood-Related Changes in the 2021 IRC, Part 2

Randy Daudet

In the last article, we described the primary structural and wood-related changes in the 2021 International Residential Code, Chapters 3 and 4. This article will continue with the primary changes to Chapters 5 through 8 of the IRC. Decks For the 2018 and the 2021 IRC, an informal group...

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February 2023
Issue #15283
Page 114
Geordie Secord

Design Connections: Cost-Saving Measures and Memorable Debacles

Geordie Secord

A recent truss and EWP project had so many site-related problems, it must go down on my list of most memorable for all the wrong reasons. Like many of you, I’ve certainly experienced challenging jobs in the past, but it seemed like the stream of problems just never ended. As is often...

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January 2023
Issue #15282
Page 92
Matthew Winn

Next Generation of Trade Professionals Key to the Industry

Matthew Winn

Society is currently experiencing “The Great Resignation,” and it only continues to be exasperated by the pandemic. Yet, for many industries, building safety especially, this is not a new phenomenon. In fact, for the skilled trades like construction, the shortage of incoming talent...

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June 2022
Issue #14275
Page 100
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
Judy Zakreski

Preparing for the Future – Adapting Building Codes to Changing Weather Risks

Judy Zakreski

As climate patterns continue to shift, an increasing number of communities around the globe are not only experiencing extreme weather events with increased frequency, duration, and intensity, but also some are experiencing these hazards for the first time in their histories. As a first line of...

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May 2021
Issue #13262
Page 78
Dominic Sims

The Important Role the Building Safety Industry Has in Society During the Pandemic and Beyond

Dominic Sims

Learning from our current landscape and the stress the pandemic has forced on our infrastructure, it has become abundantly clear that society must put a greater emphasis on the task of strengthening our buildings, both residential and commercial, to create safe and structurally strong...

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January 2021
Issue #13258
Page 112
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
Caleb Knudson

Introducing the Code-Listed Strong-Wall® Site-Built Portal Frame System for Prescriptive Design

Caleb Knudson

Many of you reading this may already be familiar with our Strong-Wall site-built portal frame system, or PFS for short. Simpson Strong-Tie launched the PFS last spring to provide designers, builders and contractors in prescriptive markets with a simple and cost-effective solution to meet...

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September 2020
Issue #12254
Page 122
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
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
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