Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a wall frame comprising a top plate, a bottom plate, a first end column, a second end column, a plurality of studs, and a plurality of purlins. Each of the plurality of purlins is an edge of a pair of cells, the pair of cells having edges comprising three edges that comprise one or more of a part of the top plate, a part of the bottom plate, a part of the first end column, a part of the second end column, a part of the plurality of studs, and another of the plurality of purlins.

Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a wall frame comprising a top plate, a bottom plate, a first end column, a second end column, a plurality of studs, and a plurality of purlins. Each of the plurality of purlins is an edge of a pair of cells, the pair of cells having edges comprising three edges that comprise one or more of a part of the top plate, a part of the bottom plate, a part of the first end column, a part of the second end column, a part of the plurality of studs, and another of the plurality of purlins.

Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a two piece bracket constructed to reinforce a wooden joist. The wooden joist defines a central aperture. The central aperture is constructed to substantially surround a portion of a utility conduit passing therethrough. The two piece bracket is constructed to be positioned against one side of the wooden joist. The two piece bracket comprises a first piece and a second piece.

Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments can provide deck bracket, which comprises a bracket face. The bracket face is substantially planar and defines a first plane. The deck bracket comprises a first bracket wall and a second bracket wall, each of which directly contact the bracket face. The deck bracket comprises a first bracket flange that directly contacts the first bracket wall and a second bracket flange that directly contacts the second bracket wall.

Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments can provide deck bracket, which comprises a bracket face. The bracket face is substantially planar and defines a first plane. The deck bracket comprises a first bracket wall and a second bracket wall, each of which directly contact the bracket face. The deck bracket comprises a first bracket flange that directly contacts the first bracket wall and a second bracket flange that directly contacts the second bracket wall.

Abstract: A reinforced girder including a first C-shaped member formed of sheet metal. A second C-shaped member, formed of sheet metal, is welded to the first C-shaped member to form a box. A first pair of metallic stringer assemblies is welded in a spaced-apart relationship within the first C-shaped member. The first pair of metallic stringer assemblies extends the length of the first C-shaped member. A second pair of metallic stringer assemblies is welded in a spaced-apart relationship within the second C-shaped member and extends the length of the second C-shaped member. A first pair of transverse connector assemblies is welded into the ends of the first C-shaped member between the first pair of stringer assemblies. A second pair of transverse connector assemblies is welded into the ends of the second C-shaped member between the second pair of stringer assemblies.

Abstract: A reinforced girder including a first C-shaped member formed of sheet metal. A second C-shaped member, formed of sheet metal, is welded to the first C-shaped member to form a rectangular box. A first pair of metallic stringers is welded in a spaced-apart relationship within the first C-shaped member. The first pair of metallic stringers extends the length of the first C-shaped member. A second pair of metallic stringers is welded in a spaced-apart relationship within the second C-shaped member and extends the length of the second C-shaped member. A pair of first, metallic, transverse connectors is welded within the first C-shaped member between the first pair of metallic stringers. The first, metallic, transverse connectors radiate outwardly from a common point of contact at an angle. A pair of second, metallic, transverse connectors is welded within the second C-shaped member between the second pair of metallic stringers.

Abstract: A reinforced girder including a first C-shaped member formed of sheet metal. A second C-shaped member, formed of sheet metal, is welded to the first C-shaped member to form a rectangular box. A first pair of metallic stringers is welded in a spaced-apart relationship within the first C-shaped member. The first pair of metallic stringers extends the length of the first C-shaped member. A second pair of metallic stringers is welded in a spaced-apart relationship within the second C-shaped member and extends the length of the second C-shaped member. A number of first, metallic, transverse connectors are welded in a spaced-apart relationship within the first C-shaped member between the first pair of metallic stringers. The first, metallic transverse connectors are oriented parallel to one another and at right angles to the first pair of metallic stringers.

Abstract: A bracket for reinforcing a wooden joist including a body having a central portion with a base wall. An upper portion is integrally formed with the central portion and has a first wall secured to and extending forwardly from the top of the base wall and a second wall secured to and extending from the front of the first wall. A notch in the top of the base wall extends upwardly through the first and second walls. A lower portion is integrally formed with the central portion and has a third wall secured to and extending at right angles from the bottom of the base wall and a fourth wall secured to and extending at right angles from the third wall. A brace is rigidly affixed to the base wall beneath the notch.

Abstract: A bracket for reinforcing a wooden joist including a body having a central portion with a base wall. An upper portion is integrally formed with the central portion and has a first wall secured to and extending forwardly from the top of the base wall and a second wall secured to and extending from the front of the first wall. A notch in the top of the base wall extends upwardly through the first and second walls. A lower portion is integrally formed with the central portion and has a third wall secured to and extending at right angles from the bottom of the base wall and a fourth wall secured to and extending at right angles from the third wall. A brace is rigidly affixed to the base wall beneath the notch.

Abstract: A bracket for reinforcing a wooden joist including a body having a central portion with a base wall. An upper portion is integrally formed with the central portion and has a first wall secured to and extending forwardly from the top of the base wall and a second wall secured to and extending from the front of the first wall. A notch in the top of the base wall extends upwardly through the first and second walls. A lower portion is integrally formed with the central portion and has a third wall secured to and extending at right angles from the bottom of the base wall and a fourth wall secured to and extending at right angles from the third wall. A brace is secured to the base wall beneath the notch.

Abstract: A girder including a pair of C-shaped members secured together so as to form a hollow box. A number of reinforcing rods are secured within the C-shaped members. The reinforcing rods extend the respective lengths of the C-shaped members and are positioned side-by-side. A pierceable block is secured to at least one end of the hollow box. A pair of pierceable stringers are secured to the top and bottom of the hollow box. The pierceable block and stringers permit the girder to be secured within a building structure with conventional fasteners such as nails, screws and staples.

Abstract: A composite beam including an elongated metallic shell and a pierceable insert contained within at least one end of the elongated metal shell. A bracket abutting the pierceable insert supports such within the elongated metallic shell. The bracket includes a pair of longitudinal plates for secure attachment to the elongated metallic shell.

Abstract: A composite beam including an elongated metal shell and a pierceable insert contained within at least one end of the elongated metal shell.

Abstract: A bracket for reinforcing a wooden joist provided with a hole for the passage of a utility conduit. The bracket includes a base wall having a central opening, sized to accommodate the utility conduit, for positioning against one side of the wooden joist. A pair of integral side walls extend at right angles from the base wall. A pair of integral flanges extend at right angles from the pair of side walls so as to be parallel to the base wall.

Abstract: A method is described that gives local control to an application program during the drawing process when a "pickable" primitive intersects the pick window. This control is provided in such a way that the state of graphics workstation remains unaltered. Thus the application program is permitted to make "picking" or visualization decisions at the moment the pick occurs, and then resume execution of the display program wherever desired (typically, at the graphic instruction following the one that caused the pick). This capability enables application programs to provide greater functionality, usability and productivity to their users.