1.  Should a professional utilize the ASD (“Allowable Stress Design”) method or the LRFD (“Load Resistance Factored Design”) method when calculating the required wind pressure for use with tested / approved systems?
  2.  ASCE 7 Exposure Categories and How Exposure ‘D’ Works
  3.  Why are spacing, edge distance, and embedment important for concrete anchors?
  4.  Mean Roof Height (ASCE 7)
  5.  ASCE 7 Wall and Roof Zones Explained

Codes & Standards ( 45 )

  1.  Flood Resistant Design & Floodproofing of Buildings
  2.  Is Steel or Reinforcing or Fibermesh Required in Posts & Footings of Building Components?
  3.  What is the HVHZ – High Velocity Hurricane Zone – in Florida?
  4.  PRODUCT APPROVALS ARE NOT ALWAYS REQUIRED! HERE’S WHY:
  5.  How to Find Wind Speed Using the Applied Technology Council Hazards by Location Website
  6.  What are alteration levels in construction and how do they relate to delegate engineers?
  7.  ASCE 7 Main Wind Force vs. Components & Cladding Explained (MWFRS vs. C&C)
  8.  Is a large missile impact window or door automatically approved for small missile impact?
  9.  Designing Interior Glass? Here are some engineering code items to consider
  10.  When is an Engineer Seal Required, Why Do We Write ‘Draft’ on Unsealed Work, And About Digital Seals

Engineering Principles ( 24 )

  1.  Flood Resistant Design & Floodproofing of Buildings
  2.  Is Steel or Reinforcing or Fibermesh Required in Posts & Footings of Building Components?
  3.  How to Find Wind Speed Using the Applied Technology Council Hazards by Location Website
  4.  Types of Patio-Sunroom Footings Explained
  5.  What’s the difference between aluminum T5 and T6 temper (like 6063-T5 vs 6063-T6 alloy)?
  6.  Wind Speed vs. Wind Pressure Explained
  7.  ASCE 7 Main Wind Force vs. Components & Cladding Explained (MWFRS vs. C&C)
  8.  TEK Sheet Metal Screws (SMS) – About – Sizes – Gauges
  9.  Phantom Screens: Is a Florida Product Approval Required?
  10.  What Seismic area is my location?

Our Company How To's ( 4 )

  1.  Typical Information Needed For Engineering Design of a Patio-Pergola Roof
  2.  Job Submittal Checklist For Screened Enclosures, Open, & Enclosed Patios
  3.  How To Submit A Wall Mounted Sign Template
  4.  How to use the ASCE 7-10 Components & Cladding Wind Pressure Calculator

General ( 13 )

  1.  Master Plan Sheet – Product Evaluation – TER Explained
  2.  PRODUCT APPROVALS ARE NOT ALWAYS REQUIRED! HERE’S WHY:
  3.  Types of Patio-Sunroom Footings Explained
  4.  Typical Information Needed For Engineering Design of a Patio-Pergola Roof
  5.  When is an Engineer Seal Required, Why Do We Write ‘Draft’ on Unsealed Work, And About Digital Seals
  6.  Can a Building Inspector or Plan Reviewer Deny The Use of a TER or Master Plan Sheet?
  7.  When is a Miami Dade NOA or FL Product Approval required, and how do TER’s Fit In?
  8.  What do I do if a TER or Master Plan isn’t enough for a permit?
  9.  How do I get a Certified TER or Master Plan Sheet?
  10.  What doesn’t a TER or Master Plan Sheet do?