Construction

Making a Good Thing Even Better

"Work safely. Go home Safely." An expanded version of NFC’s FrameSAFE Safety Manual template was rolled out  this spring and is taking hold in the marketplace.

Deck Ledger Attachment to Residential Wood Truss Floor Systems

This Research Report provides construction details for residential deck ledger attachment to metal plate connected wood truss floor systems. Proper attachment of the deck ledger to the house is critical for ensuring that an “attached” deck is safely and securely supported at this location. 

Parting Shots

NFC member shares proper bracing in action.

Truss Submittal Packages and Jobsite Packages - Educational Program

This presentation provides information on truss submittal packages.

Exterior Brick Masonry Veneer Supported by Wood Trusses

Code compliant use of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses (MPCWT) to support brick veneer can be accomplished by both individual designs and by adhering to the recommendations that follow within this report. This discussion focuses on a common use of MPCWT’s; the gable end at the transition from a wider section of a building to a narrower section.

Submittal Packages and Jobsite Packages: What Should Be Included?

In order to promote the safe installation of building components including trusses, manufacturers send out a Jobsite Package to the construction site with the truss delivery. These Jobsite Packages include the Truss Submittal Package. The Truss Submittal Package includes the information that if required will be submitted to the Contractor/Building Designer, who if required will submit it to the local building official.

Resilient Channel or Hat Channel: Use to Meet the Lateral Restraint/Bracing Requirements of the Bottom Chords of Wood Truss Floor Systems

Minimum top and bottom chord permanent lateral restraint/bracing of structural roof or floor trusses is assumed to be adequate when using code-compliant roof and/or ceiling diaphragms. This lateral restraint/bracing is typically accomplished with code-compliant roof /floor sheathing and fastener spacing and/or code-compliant gypsum ceiling material and fastener spacing or purlins at a given on-center spacing.

Illustrating Value

The worth of one’s efforts is sometimes a difficult thing to communicate to others, whether they be customers, employees or, in SBCA’s case, members. It helps to have a concrete example that illustrates the value your work provides.

 

Going Beyond Citations

Fall protection and safety standards are the bridge between completing a job and going home uninjured at the end of the day. 

Getting the Garden off the Ground

“More often than  not, if it’s a flat roof, it has a green roof on it.”