They resist checking and twisting because of the use of multiple plies of kiln dried lumber bonded together with waterproof phenol resorcinol adhesive.
Arched laminated wood beams.
Other uses include golf atv and snowmobile bridges crane mats and boardwalks.
Rigidply rafters inc has been manufacturing glue laminated products since 1954.
The tightness of the radius will determine the thickness of the laminations.
The flexibility of glulam beams allows for the designer s creative imagination to be realised.
Have you ever wanted to build a beautiful arched bridge over a pond or creek.
Our structural glulam units are available in columns trusses arches purlins and beams floor and roof.
Preservative treatment is common in timbers exposed to moisture and helps to insure a long service life.
Our laminated wood is readily available and generally requires less lead time than other structural framing systems.
Laminated beams are superior in all strength characteristics to solid sawn lumber.
Factory made members can be formed into any practical shape and any desired size.
The beams get their dark color from the application of a preservative applied by others.
The open wood structure blends well with the open environment.
Radial curved elliptical shapes and reverse curves are all possible.
Treated glulam beams can be used in applications where the beam will be exposed to weather insects sunlight and high moisture conditions.
Great for decks providing an unobstructed view.
The curved beams to the right are part of an outdoor stage near sedona arizona.