Steel Joist Institute

Tis the season! SJI wrapped up the 2024 live webinar series last week. Thank you to our member companies, webinar presenters and partners – including the STEEL DECK INSTITUTE and Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP – who made this year a success.  And of course, a huge thank you to everyone who attended our webinars! There is still time to get your last-minute #PDHs through our webinars on demand. Watch any of our 60+ webinars for free. Then, purchase and pass the 10-question associated quiz to receive 1.5 PDHs. Some topics from our webinar library include: building retrofit, lateral loads, special profiles, wind and uplift, connections, composite joists, vibration, ponding, steel joists and deck, bridging and more. https://lnkd.in/gaabupAS

The Steel Joist Institute brought representatives from 14 member companies across Canada, the United States, and Mexico to San Antonio, TX, for a productive and forward-thinking Board of Directors meeting. We welcomed Jodec, LLC from Groveland, FL as our newest member. The meeting also marked a heartfelt farewell to retiring Consulting Engineer Jim Fisher, whose contributions leave a lasting legacy, while welcoming Mark Denavit SJI’s new Consulting Engineer. The Board elected new officers for the coming year: Keith Juedemann of Valley Joist will serve as President, supported by Jeff Coker of New Millennium as First Vice President, and Sam Ervin Vulcraft as Second Vice President. Tim Holtermann of Canam Steel will step into the role of Past President, with Ken Charles of SJI continuing as Secretary/Treasurer. Looking ahead, SJI is kicking off several new research projects, including work on the upcoming 46th edition of the main specification. Educational achievements this year have been remarkable, with over 8,000 certificates awarded—a testament to the program’s ongoing success. Additionally, Ben Zeigler, Institute General Counsel, provided valuable insights into the latest antitrust developments. SJI is proud to lead the industry with innovation, collaboration, and education. Thank you to everyone who made this meeting a success! #SteelJoistInstitute #Leadership #Innovation #StructuralEngineering

Earn 2.0 #PDHs when you attend our webinar, “Ethics, Laws and Regulations,” on December 20, 2023, at 1 p.m. ET. This webinar will explore a professional engineer's ethical and contractual obligations as well as the legal issues that may arise if one fails to act in accordance with those obligations. This in-depth webinar is provided by the Steel Joist Institute (SJI) in partnership with Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. This webinar will include: ✅ Ethical duties established in regulations and codes published by various professional societies. ✅ Contract clauses impacting an engineer’s obligations. ✅ The standard of care applied in evaluating claims against engineers. ✅ Specific application of issues pertinent to the steel industry. Register now: https://lnkd.in/ge6NMTX4

For this Member Monday we have our member company Seyco on deck. Established in 1993, Seyco is strategically located on either side of the southern border between the United States (California and Texas) and Mexico. Their vertical integrations allows them to offer design, engineering and manufacturing services. As an SJI member for 26 years, Commercial VP Jesús Elizondo says, “We know how valuable it is to be a SJI member company. We are proud of the work we do and we hope we can all make waves in the industry as a whole.” Visit the company site: https://seycojoist.com/

SJI recently exhibited at Greenbuild, the world’s largest gathering for sustainable construction professionals! We were thrilled to be part of the first-ever Steel Pavilion alongside AISC and eight other steel-focused organizations. This dedicated space served as a hub for engineers, architects, students, and consultants to explore the cutting-edge developments shaping the future of our industry. Highlights included: 🔎 Insights on recent legislation ♻️ What’s new with LEEDv5 💡 Innovations to elevate your projects It was inspiring to connect with so many passionate minds working toward a more sustainable future. What excites you most about the future of green construction? #Greenbuild #SustainableConstruction #LEEDv5

SJI proudly exhibited at NCSEA, connecting with hundreds of practicing structural engineers! It was an incredible opportunity to engage with industry leaders, influential minds, and curious problem solvers shaping the future of structural engineering.  🔍 Key topics explored included: ✔ Existing Building Assessments  🤖 AI’s Role in Structural Engineering ♻ Sustainability We’re honored to be part of these meaningful discussions driving innovation and progress. What’s your take on these trending topics? Let us know below! #StructuralEngineering #NCSEA #InnovationInEngineering

Canam Group is here for Member Monday. Originally conceived in 1960, Canam Group today now has approximately 3,500 employees worldwide with 10 plants in Canada and the United States. Canam specializes in the fabrication of metal components and is recognized for its activities in the fields of buildings, steel structures and bridges. “To be a part of SJI as a member company has been good for us and the industry as a whole. Working together under SJI can only help make the steel manufacturing a stronger space,” says Sébastien Paré, VP, ingénierie, directeur général St-Gédéon/VP engineering, general manager, St-Gedeon Groupe Canam/Canam Group. Visit the company site: https://lnkd.in/gTGUcFgm

Join us for part two in our two-part, can’t-miss webinar, “Evaluation and Modification of Open Web Steel Joists and Joist Girders,” on November 20 at 3 p.m. ET. We’ll discuss and demonstrate the methods to modify existing open web steel joists and Joist Girders for revised loading conditions. This webinar parallels Technical Digest 12. Plus you’ll earn 1.5 #PDHs. In this webinar you’ll see: 🌟 Details that are commonly used to increase the load-carrying capacity of a joist component. 🌟 The realistic limits of modifications with alternatives when modifications are not possible. 🌟 Examples where the joist lengths are altered. Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/gAZTk4DU

Don’t miss out on this year’s Greenbuild conference November 12-15! Visit SJI, proud to be a sponsor of the Steel Pavilion, at booth 934 to learn about our continued dedication to sustainability. And, don’t forget to register to attend the SteelConnect networking event on Wednesday evening. https://lnkd.in/g49uwMrM

Networking never looked this good! On Wednesday, November 13th, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, stop by the Center for DesignPhiladelphia (1218 Arch Street) for an evening of connections, conversations, and a specially crafted steel-themed cocktail! 🥂 Whether you’re attending the Greenbuild Conference or simply in Philadelphia, this is the perfect chance to connect with like-minded professionals and explore how structural steel is driving sustainable design. 📍 Location: Center for DesignPhiladelphia 📅 Date: Wednesday, November 13 ⏰ Time: 5:30–7:30 PM Scan the code or visit aisc.org/steelconnect to register. Don’t miss out on a fantastic evening!