The following videos provide some Basic insights on Engineered Floor I-Joists and Firefighter Safety. The first two video reports are a few years old, but provide some good visual and narrative ...

Metal-web and I-Joists are two popular choices for new builds and both play an important structural role in buildings – ...

Throughout the United States, engineered wooden I-beam joists are becoming more prevalent in residential construction for several reasons. For example, they can be more cost effective than dimensional ...

Q: Our floors squeak when we walk on the carpets. What can we do to remedy this problem before we replace the carpets in two weeks? A: What perfect timing! You can put an end to the squeaking by ...

Municipal leaders and fire officials are calling for changes they say would better protect firefighters when houses built with engineered I-joists go up in flames. Engineered I-joists are used in the ...

Columbus, MS, April 24, 2026-TrimJoist was recognized with an ADEX Award for its engineered floor system that delivers longer ...

Choosing the right framing approach and materials can make all the difference in how a structure performs over decades. From advanced wood framing to engineered joists and optimized truss systems, ...

The best things to use to attach the joist hangers to the beam are structural screws or bolts. Never use roofing nails. (Tim Carter/TNS) Perspective by Tim Carter Q: Tim, I’ve never worked with metal ...