Columns

Columns that appear regularly in SBC Magazine.

  • 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.
  • A new booklet for handling, installing, restraining and bracing of cold-formed steel trusses is now available. \
  • CFSBCSI is organized into six chapters, each of which exists separately as a Summary Sheets 
  • The CFS Jobsite Package is a graphical presentation of CFSBCSI concepts for ease of use in the field.
  • 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.