Why Build Custom

Re: Why Build Custom

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Date: November 26, 12:51PM

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All of the responses above are correct and true, but there is another reason I build custom rods. I remember many years ago listening to an interview with a man who had climbed Mt. Everest. He was asked why he climbed the mountain. His answer was simple. He said "Because I can".

That is another reason I build rods: "Because I can."

During my life, I have met many people who can read and write poetry, draw pictures, create beautiful oil paintings, write and play music, and even write novels or short stories. I seemed to lack any of those creative abilities. It is as if my soul is barren of creative talent.

However rod building has changed that. When I decide to build a rod I try to develop a picture in my mind of how the rod will look when it is finished. The use of wood for grips, the use of myriad of colors of thread has increased my ability to make my rods unique. I started using Inlace for decorating my grips about 7 years ago to put rings on my grips. Recently I began to use Acrylic esters for reel seat inserts. While I may not have a creative soul, I now make my rods a bit more distinctive and unique.

As a 77 year old, I find my fingers are not as nimble and my eyes are not so good either. I just moved from a 3.0 diopter lens in my Optivisor to a 7. I'm now looking for a 10. I know that the nimbleness of my fingers and the aging of my eyes is not going to improve. But I will continue to build custom rods as long as I can.

Mike Blomme

Conventional tie-down hardware no longer meets all the demands of modern wood frame construction. With recent urbanization, increase in levels, and larger slab loads &#; construction is experiencing higher demands on budgets, product capabilities, deadlines, and skilled labor. If you are an engineer, general contractor or framer, you need a different approach on the tie-down scope to meet these new demands. Below are 5 reasons more engineers and contractors are using rod systems in lieu of conventional hardware:

1. EASIER TO DESIGN &#; The conventional solution to anchor both shear walls and roof trusses is to use parts and pieces of hardware at each level to create a continuous load path, transferring forces to the foundation. The rod system eliminates the need to design many different parts and pieces by simplifying a continuous rod assembly from the foundation to the top plate. Tension loads are easily matched to threaded rod capacities at each level. Click here to learn more about the CLP design team.

2. SIMPLE TO INSTALL &#; Never worry about bolting hardware, nailing straps or using equipment to install hardware on exterior walls ever again. Rod systems are connected within the wall cavity and installed inside the building to create a much more efficient and simple process. View CLP&#;s training videos.

3. QUICKER TO INSPECT &#; Inspectors can walk the inside of the building to check each rod assembly. Making sure take-up devices are activated and rods are restrained at each floor is a breeze. Since the rod system is simple to install and there&#;s no hammering, nailing or bolting needed, the potential for human error is greatly reduced.

4. COMPESATE FOR WOOD SHRINKAGE &#; Conventional hardware has no solution for settlement or wood shrinkage. With buildings being built taller, it&#;s important to compensate for wood shrinkage to keep the building secure and prevent long-term structural issues. Conventional strapping has been known to loosen and buckle which causes exterior finish issues and water damage.

5. SAVE MONEY &#; Rod systems use less material, are quicker to install, and help save money versus heavy conventional hardware. Contractors are using rod systems to keep projects on-time and under budget. Learn how the CLP System compares to conventional hardware.

At CLP, we understand how difficult it can be to manage suppliers, timelines, and budgets. We have helped hundreds of contractors simplify wood frame buildings by engineering and installing the CLP rod tie-down system. When projects are simplified, things get done easier, faster, and more efficiently.

CLP Systems is led by a team of engineers, designers, project managers, and sales representatives who are dedicated to walking you through the process of partnering with you and making your next project a success. Contact your local sales representative today and learn more how CLP can help you simplify anchor tie-down hardware on your next wood frame project.

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