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When structures stand strong on shaking ground

The Philippines rests on the volatile edges of the Pacific Ring of Fire. Here, the Earth’s restlessness is constant.
The Washington Post

Do’s and don’ts for hanging joists, sizing beams and connecting columns

The best things to use to attach the joist hangers to the beam are structural screws or bolts. Never use roofing nails. (Tim Carter/TNS) Perspective by Tim Carter Q: Tim, I’ve never worked with metal ...