Steel Joist Institute is a non-profit organization that provides technical resources and project assistance to assist the construction industry in the design and installation of steel joist and Joist Girders. The institute's mission is to support the steel industry by promoting the use of steel joists and Joist Girders.
The Steel Joist Institute was established in 1928 as the Steel Joist & Deck Institute in Chicago, IL.
In 1939, the organization began developing the first standard specifications for steel joists, which led to the development of the standard SJI joist series.
In the 1950s, the organization began to expand beyond just steel joists and began developing standards for other steel construction products.
In 1965, the name of the organization was changed to the Steel Joist Institute to reflect its broadened focus.
The organization remains active today, providing technical support and resources to the construction industry.
New Millennium Building Systems is a producer of steel joist and decking products for the North American marketplace.
Canam Buildings is a producer of steel joist, Joist Girders, and other related products for the construction industry.
Vulcraft is a leading producer of steel joist and decking for the construction industry.
Open web, steel joists for use in floor, roof or bridge application.
Custom fabricated steel joist members designed to carry heavy loads over long spans.
Steel roof and floor decks used in conjunction with steel joists.
Various steel accessories for use in steel joist and Joist Girders construction.
The Steel Joist Institute is a non-profit organization that provides technical resources and project assistance to assist the construction industry in the design and installation of steel joist and Joist Girders.
The Steel Joist Institute offers steel joists, Joist Girders, steel deck, and various accessories for use in steel joist and Joist Girders construction.
A Joist Girder is a custom fabricated steel joist member designed to carry heavy loads over long spans.
The competitors of the Steel Joist Institute include New Millennium Building Systems, Canam Buildings, and Vulcraft.
The Steel Joist Institute provides technical resources and project assistance to assist the construction industry in the design and installation of steel joist and Joist Girders. These resources can be accessed on the Steel Joist Institute website.
