Post-Frame Technique

Articles and product profiles highlighting the use of post-frame techniques in buildings, typically utilizing solid-sawn posts or laminated wood wall columns.

Nominations now accepted for WoodWorks’ U.S. Wood Design Awards

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

WoodWorks, an educational initiative providing free technical support and resources related to the design and construction of non-residential and multi-family wood buildings, is accepting nominations for its 2014 U.S. Wood Design Awards. The awards celebrate excellence and innovation across eight … Read more »

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Speakers for 2014 Frame Building Expo sought, deadline June 19

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

It’s not too late! Submit a proposal for 2014 Expo! Deadline June 19 DOWNLOAD PROPOSAL FORM — Proposals deadline extended to June 19 You are invited to share your expertise and experience with your peers by submitting a proposal for … Read more »

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Post-Frame R&T: Fall arrest system testing

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Jim Austin
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By Daniel P. Hindman  Ph.D., P.E., LEED Green Associate  / A fall is one of the most traumatic events that can happen on a jobsite. The effects of a fall, much like those of a wave spreading from a pebble … Read more »

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PFMI Update: Educate your post-frame customers!

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Jim Austin

Let the Post-Frame Advantage website work for you  / By John Ryan, NFBA Director, Market Development  / Have you visited the website postframeadvantage.com lately? It’s worth a visit, a bookmark and a link from your company site. Here are some … Read more »

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Storage for corrosive conditions: Tension fabric popular for buildings needed for harsh environments

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

By Sharon Thatcher, Rural Builder magazine – A popular choice by municipalities for the storage of salt and similar materials is tension fabric. The reason simply comes down to the harsh interior environments that a good fabric can handle. “In … Read more »

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The possibilities of post frame: Ohio DOT project helps move style beyond pole barns

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher
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- By Sharon Thatcher, Rural Builder magazine – Municipal projects offer many opportunities for contractors who have the patience for the challenge. But for post-frame builders, the potential opportunities may not even be offered due to a lack of understanding … Read more »

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WoodWorks offers Wisconsin workshop on multi-story wood buildings

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

- Workshop on Building Bigger and Taller Multi-Story Wood Buildings in Milwaukee  -  UPDATE: this workshop will also be in Madison on May 15. See additional info below. The Wood Products Council’s WoodWorks program is hosting a workshop May 14 focused … Read more »

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Iowa “Made in America” building products

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

1015 32nd Ave. WestSpencer, Iowa  51301Phone: 800-360-6467Fax: 800-361-3452www.mwicomponents.com RETURN TO MAP . . .

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Indiana “Made-in-America” building products

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

Perma Column  Permanent foundation systems for post-frame buildings400 Carol Ann Ln., Ossian, IN, 46777, United StatesFax: 260-622-7192www.permacolumn.com   RETURN TO MAP . . .

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A post-frame success story in Canada

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Sharon Thatcher

If you’ve recently attended a Frame Building Expo, you know there are devoted fans of post-frame in Canada. You meet them at the Expo. The Calgary Herald has published an article about two post-frame guys - Al Williams and Jerry Myer … Read more »

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