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  1. spsiegel

    Lamco Engineered Lumber

    Does anyone have experience with Lamco engineered lumber products? Their joists are finger jointed in one orientation and T&G in the other so they can built up long, tall and true members. http://www.lamcoewp.com/en/ The contractor on a residential project of mine has requested Lamco as a...
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    Spacing of Wood I Joists

    Gentlemen, I know what is common; we have specified wood I joists at 16" centers for a decade or two. Rather I am seeking commentary from someone who has spaced I joists at 24" and has experience to share. I have not selected a material because of LEED, I have chosen the spacing. I can read...
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    Spacing of Wood I Joists

    We are considering spacing Wood I Joists at 24" centers for material efficiency and LEEDs points, and will obviously select so that the numbers work. But does anyone have war stories or cautionary tales about their use at this wide spacing? We will glue/nail, and select a 7/8" span-rated...
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