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1. LVL AS A CONSTRUCTIONMATERIAL
Table 1.1.
Applications of LVL-P.
1.1.1 LVL-P beams and columns
–all veneers in the length direction
LVL-P is made of 3 mm veneers laid in the same direction
and bonded with weather- and boil-resistant phenolic adhe-
sive. This structure enhances the material’s strength proper-
ties that have significantly small deviation. LVL-P members
can be used both as horizontal beams and vertical posts in
various applications in construction systems. Erection and in-
stallation can be carried out without heavy machinery, even in
confined spaces.
LVL-P beams are produced from the highest strength
grade veneers to optimized beam dimensions and a height-to-
thickness ratio that provides good material efficiency. LVL-P
beams have an excellent strength-to-weight ratio allowing long
spans with minimal deflection.
LVL-P studs are perfect for load-bearing or non-load-
bearing structures in external and internal walls. LVL-P studs
are easy to install, screw, drill, nail and cut. LVL studs are pro-
duced from lighter grade veneers, but their dimensional accu-
racy, structural strength and rigidity, straightness, and lack of
twisting make them ideal for wall structures
1, 2
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Figure 1.3
LVL-P beams.
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LVL 01, Table 1.1
• KORJATTU 3.9.
Beams
Features and benefits
• Headers, main beams, ridge beams
• Lintels
• Floor joists
• Roof rafters
• Purlins
• Trusses
• Frames
• Components for roof and floor elements
• Sole and top plate
• Beam reinforcements
• Strong and rigid: long spans with minimal deflection
• Straight and dimensionally stable, does not warp or twist:
improves construction quality; ideal for walls, also high
constructions
• Dry from factory: minimal shrinkage in situ
• Customized product dimensions, with minimum waste:
Applications in a wide variety of building types; savings in
material costs and time
• Great workability: easy to install, staple, nail, drill and cut
without special tools
• Excellent strength-to-weight ratio: Light structures
• Light: easy to handle and lift manually or with light cranes
• Can be used with any panel material: suitable for a wide
variety of structures
• Easy to combine with other structures and materials in a wide
range of building types
Studs
• Wall studs for internal walls
• Wall studs for external walls
• Load-bearing and non-load-bearing-applications
Industrial applications
• Support structures and moulds for concrete formwork
• Scaffolding
• Door- and window frames
• Furniture components
• Packaging industry
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