Weyerhaeuser Technology Specialist expert Jim Johnston and Weyerhaeuser Trus Joist Territory Manager Steve Rudowsky host a webinar around the power of ForteWEB™, Weyerhaeuser’s free-to-use software designed to optimize your structural design process. Watch to learn how you can effortlessly size beams, joists, and calculate precise hole placements, ensuring quality performance and compliance in your building projects.

Originally presented live on May 22nd, 2024

In this webinar you will learn:

• Introduction to ForteWEB: Get acquainted with the interface and learn how this powerful tool can be accessed and navigated efficiently.
• Beam Sizing Made Simple: Understand the step-by-step process of sizing beams for various load conditions and project types, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
• Joist Specification: Learn how to size joists accurately using ForteWEB, including tips for accommodating different spans and load requirements.
• Calculating Proper Hole Placements: Discover the methodologies within ForteWEB that assist in determining safe and effective hole placements in joists and beams, crucial for maintaining structural integrity.

Q&A: Have your specific questions answered in real-time by our experts, ensuring you leave the webinar ready to apply what you’ve learned.

Jim Johnson is a Weyerhaeuser Technology Specialist. In this role, Jim provides software training and consulting to users of Weyerhaeuser’s ForteWEB™, Javelin®, Stellar® software, and NextPhase® Site Solutions.  Jim has 20 years of experience in supporting Weyerhaeuser customers with EWP software and technology tools

Weyerhaeuser Trus Joist Territory Manager Steve Rudowsky brings decades of experience to his sales role. Based in greater Philadelphia area, Steve focuses his efforts serving builders using Trus Joist products in residential construction. Prior to his 6 years at Weyerhaeuser, Steve was a third-generation builder who worked alongside his father constructing commercial, residential, and agricultural buildings. He is a graduate of Rutgers University and holds a secondary teaching certificate in vocational agriculture. Steve resides in Pennsylvania with his wife and two teenage sons enjoying all things woodworking and outdoor activities.