2008 April - APA Publication Update masthead

Subject: APA Publications Update, April 2008
Date: 14 Apr 2008 12:56:00 -0700

2008 April - APA Publication Update masthead

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April 14, 2008
This Publications Update e-newsletter features five new case studies, four of which were winners in Building Design and Construction’s annual 40 under 40 achievement award program.

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Featured Publications

The first 40 under 40 award project, APA Case Study: JP Morgan Chase highlights the construction of a fast-track freestanding bank branch in New Albany, Ohio that was scheduled for completion in just 120 days. The hybrid design combines an engineered wood roof with metal framed walls to produce a shell system that is durable, sound, economical, rapid to build and capable of supporting a wide variety of client finish options. This brochure is available for purchase or as a free downloadable PDF. Form J110, 2 pages. $.50.

APA Case Study: West Adams Preparatory is another 40 under 40 award project that uses engineered wood as both finish and framing material. The walls and ceiling in its 5,000-square-foot library and 1,200-seat auditorium are finished, floor-to-ceiling, in fire-retardant-treated (FRT) construction grade plywood. This brochure is available for purchase or as a free downloadable PDF. Form J115, 2 pages. $.50.

Another 40 under 40 award project, APA Case Study: Westin Verasa Resort highlights a three-story combination hotel and residential structure that sits atop a one-story concrete underground parkade. Designed to reflect and embrace the natural and architectural influences of the Napa region, the hotel features glulam timbered elements and accents of stone and concrete highlighting the exterior structure. This brochure is available for purchase or as a free downloadable PDF. Form J120, 2 pages. $.50.

APA Case Study: University Residence Halls is the final 40 under 40 award project case study. Engineered wood products including plywood, laminated veneer lumber (LVL) and glue-laminated (glulam) beams provide the strength and structural support needed for the construction of two sister residence hall buildings at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). This brochure is available for purchase or as a free downloadable PDF. Form J125, 2 pages. $.50.

APA Case Study: Atlantic Station Project highlights an urban renewal project located in Atlanta that uses wood’s design versatility and sustainability in its construction to build an award-winning development on the site of the former Atlantic Steel Mill. Engineered wood plays a leading role in the construction of two of Atlantic Stations’ high-density residential projects. This brochure is available for purchase or as a free downloadable PDF. Form J130, 2 pages. $.50.

New and Updated Publications

Technical Note: Temporary Construction Loads Over I-joist Roofs and Floors. Provides recommendations for proper placement of heavy loads in a partially completed light-framed structure to prevent damage to the structure and/or injury to the work crew. Available only as a downloadable PDF. Form J735, 4 pages.

APA Membership Directory. Includes a complete listing of APA producing members. Updated April 2008. This brochure is available at no charge or as a downloadable PDF. Form K815, 8 pages.