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2008 December
- A manufacturer was asked to build “green” components though there was no intention for the project to be green certified.
- If this happens to you, ask the specifier and builder why “green” wood is desired.
- Consider supplying two bids for the job: one with regular components and one with “green” components.
Article
2008 December
- Balancing quality control and efficiency in the shop is more important than ever before.
- In-Plant WTCA QC program is one tool that manufacturers are using to manage quality, efficiency and cost at the same time.
- One of the greatest benefits the program is the information available to managers that helps them make informed business decisions.
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2008 December
- When pursuing CoC certification, your first step is to choose a certifying body.
- You will work with a third-party auditor appointed by the certifying body.
- Plan to spend between $2,500 and $5,000 to become certified.
- Submit documentation of CoC inventory and staff procedures to the auditor.
Article
2008 December
- Making sound business decisions in this business cycle provides no guarantee of business success.
- We must recast the notion of diversification and find creative new ways to serve customers.
- Beyond evaluating sales and product lines, defining clear objectives and consulting with industry peers for ideas are important exercises.
Article
2008 December
- Heart attacks and sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) are not necessarily synonymous.
- SCA is often caused by an arrhythmia, and occurs when the heart stops pumping and starts to quiver rapidly.
- An AED is an electronic device that administers electric shock to an SCA victim.
- If no AED is available, CPR can be performed on an SCA victim to maintain blood flow to the brain.
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2008 December
- Lumber design values, not loads, are adjusted by the load duration factor (LDF).
- The application of LDFs is separate from load combining reduction factors, although both may be used in truss design calculations.
- In areas where snow load controls the design, code allows an LDF of 1.15, not 1.00.