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 Open Joist™ vs. Other Floor Framing Products
Here's an "at-a-glance" comparison of Open Joist™ to other products currently used for floor system framing. Only Open Joist offers all features and cost savings.
Floor Framing Products – A Comparison Chart
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Dimension Lumber |
Wooden
I-Joist |
Steel-Plated Floor Truss |
Open Joist |
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Code Approved
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X |
X |
X |
X |
| Long Spans |
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X |
X |
X |
| Open Web Design |
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X |
X |
| Field-Trimmable |
X |
X |
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X |
| Available from Stock |
X |
X |
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X |
| Wide Nailing Surface |
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X |
X |
X |
| Minimal Shrinkage |
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X |
X |
X |
| No Waste |
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X |
X |
| Individually Tested |
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X |
Universal Forest Products Eastern Division, Inc. manufactures the Open Joist™ product as a licensee of Distribution Open Joist 2000, Inc. All Open Joist product design and engineering calculations are created by the licensor, Distribution Open Joist 2000, Inc.
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