September 2020

Note: Due to Covid-19 control measures, we are unable to fulfill orders of printed publications at this time. These publications are available as downloadable PDFs.

UPCOMING WEBINARS

Industrial Applications: The ABCs of EWPs

October 15, 2020, 10-11 am Pacific
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Engineered wood products (EWPs) are commonplace in residences and other structures, but they have countless other applications beyond building construction. This webinar explains the benefits and applications of EWPs across these other applications and industries. Learn about the different types of EWPs, how EWPs are manufactured, their performance and structural characteristics and their many possibilities for industrial use. No continuing education credits are available.

2018 IRC Wall Bracing Webinars

It's not too late to register for the remaining two webinars in our three-part series on wall bracing provisions of the 2018 IRC. If you miss any sessions, don't worry: the entire series will be recorded and available on our website soon after completion.
A recording of Wall Bracing I: IRC Load Path, Lateral Forces and Limitations,
part one in the series, is available now: View Wall Bracing I >
AIA and ICC credits are available to participants.

Wall Bracing II: Meeting the IRC Bracing Provisions for Wind and Seismic

September 22, 2020, 10–11 am Pacific
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• Understand the 12 code-prescribed intermittent bracing methods
• Recognize the four code-prescribed continuous bracing methods
• Determine required length of bracing and placement requirements

Wall Bracing III: Simplified Wall Bracing & APA Wall Bracing Calculator for the 2018 IRC

September 29, 2020, 10–11 am Pacific
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• Apply the IRC wall bracing provisions to example plans
• Understand both the IRC and APA simplified methods of wall bracing
• Input plan information into the APA Wall Bracing Calculator

RECORDED WEBINAR

From Outsider to Insider: An Engineer's Perspective of APA Services

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Presented by Aleeta Dene, P.E., this webinar provides a window into the many services APA provides as well as some specific highlights from the perspective of a new Engineered Wood Specialist in her transition from consulting engineering to the association. The webinar includes discussion of the various tools available to designers as well as several design considerations for the office and in the field.
No continuing education credits are available.