About CSCI
Tom Carbeck (1940 – 1992) was a strong advocate of education and research
in the structural building components industry. In recognition of his efforts,
the industry trade association, the Structural Building Components Association (SBCA) [formerly the Wood Truss Council of America], established a fund in Tom’s name in
2002. The Carbeck Structural Components Institute is a non-profit organization to undertake research and education projects focused on the structural framing of residential housing and commercial buildings.
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Key Objectives
The Carbeck Structural Components Institute was formed to raise funds and accomplish the following objectives:
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Education of building industry professionals and homeowners regarding safe handling, installation and bracing techniques and issues with respect to structural building components used in residential housing and commercial buildings; |
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Undertake and/or promote research and education regarding improved quality and quality control in the structural framing part of construction; |
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Undertake and/or promote research and education of structural building component manufacturers with respect to safety and quality control within their manufacturing facilities; |
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Fund research and testing with respect to improving housing technology; |
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Provide the fire prevention sector with information concerning
how to effectively and safely put out fires in structures that include
structural building components. |
Each goal is designed to improve the safety, efficiencies and technology
that currently exist in the structural framing of buildings, or to reduce
the frequency and severity of construction defects in design or workmanship
with respect to the structural framing of buildings.
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