Mobile Apps: The American Wood Council

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Determine the span limit for wood joists and rafters on the jobsite using the American Wood Council’s Span Calc. The app, which is available for Apple and Android devices, lets users calculate span for all species and grades of commercially available softwood and hardwood lumber and compare their performances. Apple: Download the app
Android: Download the app


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Hallie Busta

Hallie Busta is a former associate editor of products and technology at ARCHITECT, Architectural Lighting, and Residential Architect. She holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from Northwestern University's Medill school and a LEED Green Associate credential. Previously, she wrote about building-material sales and distribution at Hanley Wood. Follow her on Twitter at @HallieBusta.

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