October 2016 – Gould Design, Inc.

Truss Labor Time Standards for MiTek MVP™ and Other Programs

I have heard the same thing many times over and over. People want a better method of understanding truss manufacturing labor efficiencies, but they use the same… Read more “Truss Labor Time Standards for MiTek MVP™ and Other Programs”

After laughing at the cartoon above I want to consider why we laugh. Do we laugh because this is far from reality? Do we laugh because this… Read more “Poor Communication Is Costing You More Than You Realize – Part 2”

Communication. This one single word touches every part of our lives, business or pleasure. With interpersonal relationships, it is essential that communication be above par. Communication is… Read more “Poor Communication Is Costing You More Than You Realize – Part 1”

Here at Gould Design, Inc., we are firm believers in Professional Development and efficiency training to enhance each designer’s experience level and help each individual to reach… Read more “Construction Terminology Tools for Training Junior Component Designers”

Drag Trusses: What Are They? Why Are They Required? Let’s start with the definition of a drag truss according to the Structural Building Components Association (SBCA): Drag… Read more “Drag Trusses: What Are They? Why Are They Required?”