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Glulam: Short for Glued Laminated Timber, a type of structural timber product composed of several layers of dimensioned lumber bonded together with durable, moisture-resistant adhesives

Post and Beam vs Post and Plate Which is Best for Mass Timber?
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Post and Beam vs. Post and Plate: Which is Best for Mass Timber Projects?

Mass timber panels including cross laminated timber (CLT) have the ability to span in 2-directions, using structural properties obtained in both the major and minor panel axes. Doing so can result in a beamless system often referred to as Post and Plate (a framing configuration also used in flat plate concrete construction).
Mass Timber How To's with Ricky McLain
08/05/2024
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FrenchTimber: Elevating French Wood Products Worldwide Established in 2001, FrenchTimber, supported by France Bois Forêt, champions the global use of premium French sawn timber and wood products. Sustainably sourced from diverse tree species, including oak, beech, and spruce, their high-quality offerings meet international standards. From sawn timber to glued laminated timber and cross-laminated timber, FrenchTimber caters to construction, furniture, and interior design needs. Committed to environmental friendliness and stringent quality control, FrenchTimber is the trusted choice for those seeking excellence in timber and wood solutions worldwide.
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What's the best way to design and build with Mass Timber?
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What is Mass Timber’s SWEET SPOT?

Is there a building size, height, number of stories, or occupancy in which mass timber works the best? In this video, I take a look at optimizing mass timber for a variety of projects, but rather than looking at this from a size and scale perspective, the focus is on structural material replacements for other systems in which mass timber works well - particularly post and beam framing.
Mass Timber How To's with Ricky McLain
06/14/2023