“Some joist installs have special requirements, such as requiring the application of loads to the joists before the bottom cords can be tied in,” says Trent Tyler, field service technician, Chief Buildings, Grand Island, Neb. These can include the size of the joists, the sheer quantity of joists, the height and reach of available equipment, and the need for temporary bracing. ![]() Many factors must be considered during the handling and installation of joists. Typically comprised of hot-rolled or cold-formed steel (CFS) with yield strength of 50 ksi, steel joists are designed and constructed in accordance with standards developed by the Steel Joist Institute (SJI). ![]() They provide direct support for the roof or floor deck, and transfer the load imposed on the deck to the structural frame’s beams and columns.
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