Site Glossary
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BASIC TOOLS AND MATERIALS |
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SledgehammerA sledgehammer is a larger heavier hammer used for forceful blows like demolition work | |
Slide compound miter sawA sliding compound miter saw is a compoundmiter saw with an added sliding action of the blade and motor for cross-cutting larger materials | |
Slip joint pliersSlip joint pliers are a medium-sized gripping tool with adjustable jaws | |
Speed squareA speed square is a
small measuring tool used to mark square and angled lines on lumber | |
Spiral shank nailsSpiral shank nails have raised ridges along
their length that works like screw threads for more grip in materials | |
Stainless steelStainless steel is a naturally corrosion-resistant material used for fasteners and hardware requiring extra protection in high corrosion environments | |
Tape measureA tape measure is a compact measuring tool with a steel blade and markings | |
TJIA
TJI is a Truss Joist I beam which is an engineered beam
with an “I” shaped profile made with a top and bottom web and flanges commonly
used for floor structure | |
TorqueTorque is a rotational twisting force | |