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
MiTek Staff

Using the Roof Live Load Reduction

MiTek Staff

Consider a roof with a live load of 20 psf (pounds per square foot). This load is intended to account for construction loading (workers, materials, and equipment placed on the roof during construction or maintenance). If the roof has a large surface area, like a post-frame building, is it really...

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January 2025
Issue #17306
Page 112
MiTek Staff

New to the IRC 2024 Sec. R502.11

MiTek Staff

The 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) is available. One addition to the new residential code deals with the wood framing around stair openings. This addition was submitted as part of a code change proposal by the Stairbuilders and Manufacturers Association (SMA) based on the work and...

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August 2024
Issue #16301
Page 110
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
MiTek Staff

Minimum Uniformly Distributed Live Load For Habitable Attics

MiTek Staff

An attic truss with 7 feet room height – should it be designed for 20 psf (pounds per square foot), 30 psf, or 40 psf room live load? Per International Residential Code (IRC) Table R301.5, the minimum uniformly distributed live load for uninhabitable attics with limited storage is 20...

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May 2024
Issue #16298
Page 104
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
MiTek Staff

Minimum Uniformly Distributed Live Load For Habitable Attics

MiTek Staff

Attic truss with 7 feet room height – should it be designed for 20 psf (pounds per square foot), 30 psf or 40 psf room live load? IRC (International Residential Code) defines Habitable Space as a space in a building for living, sleeping, eating, or cooking. Per IRC 2018 Table...

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March 2023
Issue #15284
Page 93
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