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OVE stands for Optimized Value Engineering which is designed to minimize lumber usage (See Framing Factor) which allows for more insulation to be installed into a wall assembly. For More

WP Glossary Term Usage

  • Framing Factor
  • OFT
  • Common Sense Building: OFT – Optimized Framing Techniques
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November 21, 2012 By SLS

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