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Posi-Joists and Posi-Rafters are revolutionary in the construction industry , combining the versatility of timber with the strength of steel webs to produce a floor and roof system with numerous benefits .
The future of flooring
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One of the major challenges in construction is working in a limited space beneath the floor , or in the roof , to allow for various services and pipework . MiTek ’ s Posi-Joists system is the ideal solution .
Posi-Joists and Posi-Rafters are revolutionary in the
construction industry , combining the versatility of timber with the strength of steel webs to produce a floor and roof system with numerous benefits . The main advantage is the service void created by the open web design , allowing for services and pipework to be easily installed . The steel webs also create a massively strong joist , capable of clear spanning far greater distances than alternative systems . Posi-Joists are lightweight and easy to handle ; they are delivered to site , made to measure allowing for speedy installation , and being factory-manufactured offsite , you can be sure of a quality product .
Posi-Joist technology is a metal web joist system that can be used for floor and roof structures . Posi-Joists are designed and manufactured to suit each project and can be specified in a wide range of widths and depths to satisfy individual project requirements . The clear span capabilities can eliminate the need for load-bearing walls or steel beams , offering increased design freedom .
The Posi-Joists and Posi-Rafters system combines the lightness of timber with the strength of the Posi-Strut steel web for strong
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The main advantage is the service void created by the open web design , allowing for services and pipework to be easily installed
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