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Many projects are facing delays due to the extended lead times for wide-flange beams. It\u2019s time to build better, span further, and avoid those delays with steel joists.<\/p>\n

Keep your projects on schedule:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Substituting steel joists<\/a> for wide-flange beams can dramatically shorten supply-chain delays. Even though they are engineered and fabricated to your project\u2019s structural requirements, steel joists may offer significantly faster delivery schedules than beams.<\/p>\n

Superior span capabilities:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

While wide-flange beam spans max out early, joists can span up to an incredible 240 ft\u2014creating wide-open, column-free spaces perfect for modern warehouses, data centers, and more.<\/p>\n

More sustainable solution:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Steel floor joists are up to 20% to 35% lighter than beams, slashing steel tonnage, costs, and your project’s carbon footprint. Flush-frame joist connections\u00a0deliver\u00a0vibration performance equivalent<\/a> to that of\u00a0<\/span>wide-flange beams.<\/p>\n

Enhanced architectural flexibility:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Special profile joists are designed and engineered to support curved, sloped, and unique building profiles, offering complex rooflines and geometric aesthetics while maintaining strength, economy, and efficiency.<\/p>\n

Streamlined MEP integration:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Open-web designs easily handle substantial loads while effortlessly routing fire protection, HVAC, and utilities, reducing floor-to-floor height requirements.<\/p>\n

Contact your local New Millennium joist expert<\/a> to discuss your project.<\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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