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How much better is the IBS than i-joist blocking?

April 26, 2017blocking i-joist IBS

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How much better is the IBS than i-joist blocking?

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IBS is significantly better. IBS provides up to 25% increased span. There are no squeaks caused by IBS, which is not the case with blocking due to rapid connection degradation to the joist’s flange. The IBS is manufactured precisely to standard on-centre spacing widths in contrast to I-joist blocks, which are generally cut on site with skill saws. IBS does not lose connection to the joist’s flange and has been tested to 1.2 million cycles (mirroring the lifespan of a residence).