With the MiTek software being so powerful these days, one thing truss designers often overlook is the proper application of analog on an “M-Block” end condition. This… Read more “Analog Design of Trusses with M-Blocks”
Coming Off the Peak
Recently, I took my family hiking in the Grayson Highlands State Park, located in southwest Virginia. As I reflect on our time on the trails, up boulders,… Read more “Coming Off the Peak”
12 Ways to Keep Your Vehicle Neat and Your Kids Entertained on a Road Trip
During a long drive to Alabama to avoid Hurricane Irma, my mom asked me if anyone had interest in writing a blog article for her company. Looking… Read more “12 Ways to Keep Your Vehicle Neat and Your Kids Entertained on a Road Trip”
Changing the World, One Project at a Time
In the country of Haiti, as many are aware, there are immense life challenges. Some have a tremendous amount of resources, while others have barely enough to… Read more “Changing the World, One Project at a Time”
Big And Small, We Do It All
Here at Gould Design, Inc., one of the most valuable things our customers appreciate is our ability to handle any size, any difficulty job and do it… Read more “Big And Small, We Do It All”
How the Principles of the Game of Chess Apply to Life and Business
The game of chess and the game of life are very much similar. Both require strategy. Both require planning ahead. Both require caution. Both will make-or-break your… Read more “How the Principles of the Game of Chess Apply to Life and Business”
How to Impress a Component Design Customer – Wall Panels (Infographic)
Truss Manufacturers: Are You Providing All Your Client Wants to Buy?
There are many, many types of framing that go on out there, depending on which region you are selling to. A truss manufacturer’s job is to provide… Read more “Truss Manufacturers: Are You Providing All Your Client Wants to Buy?”
The Beauty of the Attic Truss
Recently a project came across our desk that was an unusual attic design. The architect had drawn in an attic condition that “stepped up and over the… Read more “The Beauty of the Attic Truss”
Integrity
Dr. Henry Cloud writes, in his book Integrity that integrity is “the courage to meet the demands of reality”. He expands on this further and defines character… Read more “Integrity”