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58 • JUNE 2013 • WORLD FENCE NEWS recent system improvements, including a stair solution and beam end caps. Trex Company introduces new post and joist options for Trex Elevations WINCHESTER, Va. — Trex Company, the largest manufacturer of wood-alternative decking and railing products, announced it is rounding out its high-performance Trex Elevations® Steel Deck Framing System with the addition of a new galvanized steel post and joists in a greater range of lengths. These innovations join a range of Trex Elevations deck support post Making it possible for contractors to construct a deck substructure made entirely of steel, the Trex Elevations deck support post offers a preferable solution to pressure-treated lumber posts, which may warp, rot, twist, split or decay. 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"From the ground up, contractors may now construct a complete steel deck framing system, providing homeowners with unparalleled low maintenance and high performance," said Ronald W. Kaplan, chairman, president and CEO of Trex. The Trex Elevations deck support post is manufactured by The Iron Shop, based in Pennsylvania, under a trademark licensing agreement with Trex. It is available in a 10' standard length that is individually packaged for direct delivery to a jobsite, as well as in custom sizes. Expanded joist lengths Designed to create greater timeand cost-efficiencies, Trex Elevations joists are now available in one-foot length increments – ranging from 8' through 20'. These new options provide contractors with the ability to construct a deck to the nearest foot, which significantly reduces the number of jobsite cuts required and lowers the cost of labor for homeowners, Kaplan stated. Also, since contractors may specify more precise joist lengths for their projects, less waste is produced. With near-custom lengths available, mateA man and his wife went to the dentist. "I need a tooth pulled out but I am in a hurry so I do not want any pain killers," said the wife. "You are a very brave woman," said the dentist. "Which tooth is it?" The wife turns to her husband. "Open your mouth, dear, and show the dentist which tooth to pull." From the ground up, contractors may now construct a complete steel deck framing system utilizing new additions to the Trex Elevations Steel Deck Framing System, said Ronald W. Kaplan, chairman, president and CEO of Trex. (Trex Company photos) rial costs are lower for the contractor and, consequently, for the consumer. "We continuously improve the Trex Elevations system to create greater value for both homeowners and our professional partners," said Kaplan. "As the industry leader, we remain committed to driving overall awareness of the Elevations steel deck substructure, while also raising the bar for future competitive offerings." For more information about Trex Elevations and other Trex products, visit trex.com.