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News, features ad products dedicated to the use of post frame techniques in construction.

Under 40: Mike Gilmore found his niche in pole barns

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Sharon Thatcher

One tip often given for developing a successful business is to find what you love, then do it. Mike Gilmore was one of those lucky ones who discovered his passion early in life and enjoys a thriving business in the … Read more »

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Lester introduces an engineered single-panel shop door

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Jim Austin

Big ag machinery requires big storage. But you have to clear the door first. Lester Building Systems has solved the problem with the introduction of its new Power Pivot single-panel door system.   Targeted to the agricultural market, the door … Read more »

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PFMI: Educating the design community

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Jim Austin

NFBA members work as one to promote post-frame opportunities The National Frame Building Association launched the Post-Frame Market Initiative with generous support from members whose pledges were matched by the Binational Softwood Lumber Council. Post-frame builders and suppliers support this … Read more »

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Column: Frame Building Expo, your Gateway to success

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Jim Austin
Frame Building News Cover January 2012

  By Larry Edema, chair, NFBA board of directors  /  Make no mistake, the 2012 Frame Building Expo in St. Louis (February 29—March 2) is your “Gateway to Success” — a three-day event offering the latest products, equipment and information … Read more »

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Doors, windows and skylights can quickly add value

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Sharon Thatcher

By Laura Glass – The benefits of retrofitting commercial buildings with new windows are not difficult to sell. “Replacement windows provide increased energy savings, increase the interior comfort of the building and bring in more light,” says Bill Doyle, marketing … Read more »

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Secure Your Early Bird Discount in January: Register for Frame Building Expo Today!

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Sharon Thatcher

The 2012 Frame Building Expo, February 29-March 2, is offering an Early Bird Discount for all trade show registrations made in January. Register this month in order to receive your reduced fee. Both NFBA members and non-members receive discounted rates … Read more »

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S-5! Family of Roof Clamps

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Sharon Thatcher

Easy installation. Unprecedented holding strength The diverse line of S-5!® attachment products offers mounting solutions for the vast majority of national and international metal roof profiles. The S-5! family of standing seam metal roof clamps utilizes patented penetration-free technology to … Read more »

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Snow Defender 4500 from Levi’s Nails & Screws

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Sharon Thatcher

• 30 Colors available• Made with 16-gauge type 304 stainless steel• EPDM rubber sealer• Powder coated• 50 pieces / 15 pound box• No caulk needed• Patented• Multiple colors in stockFor Exposed Fastener Panel on 2×4 purlins in the flat position … Read more »

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Proper installation of roof truss systems

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Sharon Thatcher
Rural Builder December 2011 cover

A builder can invest a lot of money in safety lines, guardrails and hard hats to keep workers safe, but another element to the equation should not be missed: proper installation practices. One area in particular where education can help … Read more »

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Upcoming WoodWorks webinars

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Sharon Thatcher

WoodWorks has scheduled two upcoming webinars on wood. Possibilities with Wood in ConstructionSpeaker: Dr. Marjan Popovski, PhD, FPInnovationsNovember 16, 2011 10 am PST | 11 am MST | 12 noon CST | 1PM EST This seminar will summarize some significant … Read more »

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