Welcome to the 2nd Edition of the Builders' Newsletter From MiTek
  • This "quick-link digest" from MiTek is designed to be an efficient, informative and practical resource for US builders
  • It will focus on items related to optimizing structural framing, improving in-field construction and accelerating workflow processes
  • It will contain a range of relevant new information helping builders solve problems, avoid risk and accelerate their cycle time
Prescriptive Design of Braced Wall Panels
For Prescriptive Design, Hardy Frame Panels are the Solution

To structurally resist lateral wind and seismic loads in wood or steel framed buildings strategic wall lines must be braced.  The International Residential Code (IRC) provides a system for bracing structures that does not require an engineered design. 
Van Metre Implements BuilderMT and Sales Simplicity Software
Van Metre Companies' new homes division, a top 100 builder of homes in the US has implemented MiTek's BuilderMT Management Technology software and Sales Simplicity Intelligent Sales Management software.
Top 50 Hottest New Home Markets
Builder Magazine has released their annual list of the country’s top-50 hottest new home markets.  There are a few changes at the top of the list, but as expected the state of Texas remains dominant with 3 of the top 5 spots going to the Lone Star State.  
Hardy Frame Shear Wall Panels 
Builders across the nation are choosing the MiTek Hardy Frame Shear Panel to add safety and structural integrity to their buildings. MiTek Hardy Frame has the latest and most progressive offering of products that allows engineers to meet structural requirements at the most cost effective means possible.   
Deck Designer® - A Powerful Tool
The USP Deck Designer® software is a powerful tool that makes even the most complex deck designs easy. Deck Designer is a simple and easy to use menu driven system.