New & Improved: ANSI/TPI 1-2007

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New & Improved: ANSI/TPI 1-2007

  • TPI 1-2007 will be referenced in the 2009 International Building Code and International Residential Code.
  • The TPI 1 Project Committee consisted of about 50 individuals representing the industry.
  • The changes that have been made to TPI 1 will make for a more user-friendly document.
  • The mandatory net section lumber limit on tension introduced into a wood member was replaced by a non-mandatory user note recommending a limit of 2300 pounds/inch.