Joan O’Neil and Ed  Cilurso

5 Ways Building Safety Professionals Are Using Artificial Intelligence

Joan O’Neil and Ed Cilurso

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve as a transformative technology, it is increasingly supporting building safety professionals both in the field and behind the scenes. AI integration into the industry empowers professionals and organizations by providing enhanced tools to assess...

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June 2025
Issue #17311
Page 106
MiTek Staff

The ICC Code Development Process – Code Action Hearing Update

MiTek Staff

The International Code Council (ICC) recently completed the first of two Group B Code Action Hearings (CAH) in Orlando, Florida, from April 27 to May 6 for development of the 2027 I-Codes. The second CAH will be held in October in Cleveland, Ohio. This marks a significant milestone in the new...

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June 2025
Issue #17311
Page 114
MiTek Staff

MiTek Structural Products Compliance with New Building Codes

MiTek Staff

In 2024, the MiTek Building & Product Regulations team completed a tri-annual project to update all MiTek structural product evaluation reports to establish compliance with the new 2024 I-Codes. Building codes in the U.S., also known as the I-Codes, are developed on a 3-year cycle. Each...

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March 2025
Issue #17308
Page 148
Emily Morris Frazier

Framing the Future: The Evolution of Moment Frames

Emily Morris Frazier

The Earliest Moment Frame Connections Approximately 150 years ago, steel framing revolutionized how buildings were constructed.[1] The proportionately strong material compared to its weight and size led to larger and taller “high-rise” buildings. Initially rivet and angle...

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December 2024
Issue #16305
Page 120
John 'Buddy' Showalter, PE and Sandra Hyde, PE

2024 IBC Significant Structural Changes — Wood

John 'Buddy' Showalter, PE and Sandra Hyde, PE

This article appears in the May 2024 issue of STRUCTURE Magazine as Part 7 of 9. Reprinted with permission. This multi-part series discusses significant structural changes to the 2024 International Building Code (IBC) by the International Code Council (ICC). This article includes an overview...

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October 2024
Issue #16303
Page 110
John 'Buddy' Showalter, PE and Sandra Hyde, PE

2024 IBC Significant Structural Changes — Loads

John 'Buddy' Showalter, PE and Sandra Hyde, PE

This article appears in the April 2024 issue of STRUCTURE Magazine as Part 6 of 9. Reprinted with permission. This multi-part series discusses significant structural changes to the 2024 International Building Code (IBC) by the International Code Council (ICC). This article includes...

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August 2024
Issue #16301
Page 100
Ron Piester

Building Safety 101: Understanding the Basics for a Safer Tomorrow

Ron Piester

Building safety includes a wide range of best practices, including implementing fire suppression systems, conducting regular inspections on existing buildings, providing clear access to emergency exits, employing sustainable water and energy usage, and more. By understanding and adhering to...

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June 2024
Issue #16299
Page 80
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
Madison Stephens

AWC Releases New Wood Design Standards

Madison Stephens

The American Wood Council (AWC) released its three new 2024 wood design standards: the National Design Specification® for Wood Construction (NDS®), Wood Frame Construction Manual (WFCM) for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, and Fire Design Specification for Wood Construction (FDS). These...

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February 2024
Issue #16295
Page 90
Jay Jones, P.E.

ANSI/TPI 1: The National Design Standard for Metal Plate Connected Wood Truss Construction

Jay Jones, P.E.

After more than three years in development, I’m pleased to announce the publication of ANSI/TPI 1–2022 National Design Standard for Metal Plate Connected Wood Truss Construction. Including a Commentary & Appendices, this standard is available for purchase in print and...

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August 2023
Issue #15289
Page 90
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