Protecting Tomorrow: Why Advocating for Safety and Building Codes Matters Today Ryan Colker Building safety is an essential part of our daily lives, influencing everything from the homes we live in to the businesses we visit and the public spaces we use. Safe buildings don’t just happen by accident, they are the result of careful planning and the adoption and enforcement of... Read More July 2025 Issue #17312 Page 102
Changes in Flat Roof Snow Calculation in ASCE 7-22 MiTek Staff Chapter 7 of ASCE 7-22 (Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures) introduces significant changes that affect the magnitude of snow loads and, consequently, truss design. While some of these changes reduce snow load values, others increase them. One of the... Read More July 2025 Issue #17312 Page 108
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... Read More June 2025 Issue #17311 Page 106
Constructing a Safer Tomorrow: The Safety Advantages of Off-Site Framing Jesse Southard In the construction industry, safety is a paramount concern no matter what task is being completed. For years, traditional on-site framing and assembly have exposed workers to significant risks, including falls, heavy lifting injuries, and adverse weather conditions. As construction elements... Read More April 2025 Issue #17309 Page 78
Existing Deck Inspection—A Must for Springtime Celebrations Frank Woeste and Joseph Loferski A common denominator for deck collapses is a special family event, such as a graduation, wedding, birthday party, or family reunion. A properly designed and constructed 14-ft x 24-ft residential deck floor, designed for a 40 psf uniform live load, should safely support 84 occupants based on an... Read More March 2025 Issue #17308 Page 124
What is the Risk of Using Incorrect Lumber? Glenn Traylor What is at risk when we fail to use the correct lumber? If you are not careful, it could cost you your business. [For all images, See PDF or View in Full Issue.] Several years ago, I received a call from a client searching for a solution to a problem. Unfortunately, their purchasing... Read More February 2025 Issue #17307 Page 37
Joint Detailing for Accurate Plate Placement Edmond Lim, P.Eng. Good joint detailing at the design stage can help truss builders accurately position truss plates, including the back plate which is essentially positioned “blindly.” Laser projection is excellent for positioning the top face plate, however, it is subject to the same limitations for... Read More February 2025 Issue #17307 Page 48
Impact and Market Drivers for 2025 and Beyond Steph Karlstad Welcome to 2025! This year isn’t just another page on the calendar — it’s a pivotal season for growth and strategic foresight. Are you prepared for the economic shifts, interest rate impacts, and key market drivers that could shape your business strategy? When you’re... Read More January 2025 Issue #17306 Page 86
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... Read More December 2024 Issue #16305 Page 120
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... Read More October 2024 Issue #16303 Page 110