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NGBS point-worthy green home building products for NGBS Green Certification.

Boise Cascade BCI® Joists

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.

Certifications

 
     
      NGBS 2015
      Practice # Practice Points Available Additional Conditions of Use to Earn Points
      606.1 Biobased products are used. 8 points maximum awarded. 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.

      BCI Joists have a consistent weight and dimensions and are lighter and stronger than dimensional lumber.

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      606.2(2) A minimum of 2 wood or wood-based products used for major elements are certified to the requirements of a recognized product program. 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.

      BCI Joists are manufactured from wood certified under the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI).

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      608.1 Products containing fewer materials are used to achieve the same end use requirements. 3 At least 80% of joists in the building is this product.

      BCI Joists have approx. 55% greater bending strength and 30+% greater stiffness than dimensional lumber.

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      901.4(1) Structural use plywood per PS 1 or PS 2. OSB per PS 2. All marked Exposure 1 or Exterior. Mandatory for certification. Mandatory A minimum of 85% of OSB in the building is this product.

      Installed per manufacturer instructions

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      NGBS 2020
      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.

      BCI Joists have a consistent weight and dimensions and are lighter and stronger than dimensional lumber.

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      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.

      BCI Joists are manufactured from wood certified under the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI).

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      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.

      BCI Joists have approx. 55% greater bending strength and 30+% greater stiffness than dimensional lumber.

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      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.