Product Information: BCI® Joists are specially constructed I-joists with flanges made from VERSA-LAM® laminated veneer lumber and a revolutionary flange profile which provides outstanding strength and durability. Manufacturer's Website Certifications: 2015 NGBS Practice # Practice Points Available Additional Conditions of Use to Earn Points 606.1 The following biobased products are used: certified solid wood in accordance with Section 606.2 engineered wood bamboo cotton cork straw natural fiber products made from crops (soy-based, corn-based) products with the minimum biobased contents of the USDA 7 CFR Part 2902 other biobased materials with a minimum of 50% biobased content (by weight or volume) 8 points maximum awarded. 3 points is the minimum score. Additional points listed in 606.1(3) cannot be claimed unless 3 points are claimed for 606.1(1) or 6 points for 606.1(2). 6 To earn 6 points, this product must be at least 1% of the construction material cost AND another biobased product, also at 1% of material cost, must be used. Lesser points are available at the 0.5% level. Manufacturer's Comments: BCI Joists have a consistent weight and dimensions and are lighter and stronger than dimensional lumber. 606.2(2) Where a minimum of two certified wood-based products are used in major elements of the building, such as walls, floors, or roof. 4 To earn 4 points a second certified wood product must also be used as a major element for 4 points. Lesser points available for use with a minor element. Manufacturer's Comments: BCI Joists are manufactured from wood certified under the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI). 608.1 Products containing fewer materiasl are used to achieve the same end use requirements. 3 At least 80% of joists in the building is this product. Manufacturer's Comments: BCI Joists have approx. 55% greater bending strength and 30+% greater stiffness than dimensional lumber. 901.4(1) Structural plywood used for floor, wall, and/or roof sheathing is compliant with DOC PS 1 and/or DOC PS 2. OSB used for floor, wall, and/or roof sheathing is compliant with DOC PS 2. The panels are made with moisture resistant adhesives. The trademark indicates these adhesives as follows: Exposure 1 or Exterior for plywood, and Exposure 1 for OSB. Mandatory for certification. Mandatory A minimum of 85% of OSB in the building is this product. Manufacturer's Comments: Installed per manufacturer instructions 2020 NGBS Practice # Practice Points Available Additional Conditions of Use to Earn Points 606.1(2) At least 2 types of biobased products are used, each for more than 1% of the project's projected building material cost. 6 points max. 6 To earn 6 points, this product must be at least 1% of the construction material cost AND another biobased product, also at 1% of material cost, must be used. Lesser points are available at the 0.5% level. Manufacturer's Comments: BCI Joists have a consistent weight and dimensions and are lighter and stronger than dimensional lumber. 606.2(2) At least 2 responsible or certified wood-based products are used as major components of the building. 4 points available. 4 To earn 4 points a second certified wood product must also be used as a major element for 4 points. Lesser points available for use with a minor element. Manufacturer's Comments: BCI Joists are manufactured from wood certified under the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI). 608.1(2) Engineered wood or engineered steel products are used in place of conventional products. 3 points awarded per material. 3 At least 80% of joists in the building is this product. Manufacturer's Comments: BCI Joists have approx. 55% greater bending strength and 30+% greater stiffness than dimensional lumber. 901.4(1) At least 85% of structural plywood used for floor, wall, and/or roof sheathing is compliant with DOC PS 1 and/or DOC PS 2. OSB used for floor, wall, and/or roof sheathing is compliant with DOC PS 2. Mandatory. Mandatory A minimum of 85% of OSB in the building is this product. Manufacturer's Comments: