USG Interiors announced that Advanced Estimating
software application The Edge now includes USG Ceilings products. The gypsum
manufacturer also issued seven new Seismic Technical Guides to help building
professionals better understand and comply with seismic ceiling design
requirements outlined in the International Building Code.
Using The Edge, estimators can easily select from a library of pre-loaded USG
Ceilings products, which makes estimating and procurement more accurate and
efficient. For example, select a product family, such as DX, and all unrelated
products are filtered out. Enhanced system features further simplify the
estimating process for complex takeoffs. So when an estimator selects “seismic
installation,” any additional components and labor necessary to install in
accordance with the code are included in the estimate automatically.
Professionals can also improve their dealer communications by generating
detailed quote requests or purchase orders that list exact item descriptions
with carton quantities.
Future versions of The Edge will include USG ceilings products in the
software’s standard database. Current users simply need to contact The Edge to
request an updated database that includes USG ceilings products.
The company also has issued seven new Seismic Technical Guides that will help
architects, contractors and code officials better interpret and comply with
International Building Code regulations.
“Unlike codes used in the past, many of the International Building Code seismic
ceilings requirements are performance based and leave out specifics such as
construction details,” said Lee Tedesco, manager of Seismic Systems. “This
increases the risk of misinterpretation as various building professionals and
architects view the requirements differently based on their job
responsibilities. The consequences can be costly and may require time-consuming
re-work, last minute design changes and construction delays.”
To download USG Seismic Technical guides, visit the Resources section of
www.SeismicCeilings.com.
