Proper design of wood structures to resist high wind loads requires the correct use of wind load provisions
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DES222 – 2018 NDS Design Examples
Whether you’re a wood design novice or an expert who wants a refresher on some NDS design concepts,
DES220 – 2015 NDS Example Problems – Columns/Beams/Beam-Columns
For those seeking practical application of the provisions of the National Design Specification® (NDS®) for Wood Construction (ANSI/AWC NDS-2015) which
DES160 – Evaluation of Recommended Allowable Design Properties for Wood in Existing Structures
Throughout the world there are great examples of historic wood structures that have withstood the test of time
DES140 – Structural Condition Assessment of in-Service Wood
Wood has been successfully used as a structural building material for hundreds of years. Key to its success,
DES132 – Solutions for Durability Related Issues
Why do some wood structures last for centuries while others “just go away”? There are examples of wood
DES125 – Design Considerations of Wood Frame Structures for Permanence
When properly designed, wood frame structures will resist damage by moisture and living organisms. Recommendations for control of
BCD800 – Calculation of Sound Transmission Parameters for Wood-Frame Assemblies
Building codes stipulate minimum performance requirements regarding noise transmission through common interior walls and floor/ceiling assemblies that separate
BCD710-1 – Special Inspections for Wood Construction (2018 IBC)
The International Code Council’s (ICC) International Building Code (IBC) Chapter 17, titled Structural Tests and Special Inspections, will be
BCD600 – Meeting Residential Energy Requirements with Wood-Frame Construction
As compliance with modern energy codes becomes more complex, designers, builders and code officials are looking to more