What is a parallam beam?
Parallam® PSL Beams are strong, beautiful, and can help turn open floor plans into reality. They are made using long thin strands of wood and a super strong adhesive glue to give you perfectly predictable beams and columns.
How far can you span a parallam?
* The span and load tables in this guide cover beam spans up to 60 feet; however, 2.2E Parallam® PSL beams can be delivered in lengths up to 66 feet.
Who makes parallam beams?
MacMillan Bloedel
Parallam is the brand name for the product invented, developed, commercialized and patented by MacMillan Bloedel (now Weyerhaeuser). It is the world’s only commercially manufactured and marketed parallel-strand lumber product.
How much does an LVL beam cost?
Steel support beams for residential construction costs $100 to $400 per foot to install or between $1,200 and $4,200….Steel I-Beam Cost.
| Type | Per Foot Installed | Total Cost Installed |
|---|---|---|
| LVL Beam | $50 – $200 | $800 – $2,500 |
| Steel I-Beam | $100 – $400 | $1,200 – $4,200 |
HOW MUCH DO PSL beams weigh?
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| Series | Series Parallam® |
|---|---|
| Product Width | Product Width 7″ |
| Weight | Weight 31 pounds per foot |
| Brand | Brand Trus Joist® |
| Product Type1 | Product Type1 Parallel Strand Lumber (PSL) |
Which nailed connection is the strongest?
A face-nailed connection is the strongest of the three because it has the highest withdrawal resistance.
Are LVL beams rated for exterior use?
LVL is not new, it has been a staple of indoor and unexposed building construction for years specifically for headers, beams, rim boards, and columns. With LVL now being offered with pressure treatment, it is approved for outdoor decks.
What can Parallam PSL beams be used for?
Combine their great load capacity with the strength of Parallam PSL beams, and longer spans and open floor plans are possible. Parallam PSL columns can be stained or finished for a handsome look in exposed applications. They are an efficient use of wood resources and minimize waste.
Where are Parallam PSL beams made in West Virginia?
The superior strength of Parallam® PSL makes longer spans possible, giving you more design options with open, spacious floor plans. Eastern Parallam PSL is manufactured at the Buckhannon, WV plant and provides enhanced protection from the elements when it matters most – during construction.
How to calculate the beam span of a Parallam beam?
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Which is the highest load capacity Parallam or PSL?
Parallam® PSL Columns deliver our highest load capacity. Parallam PSL columns are strong and consistent. Combine their great load capacity with the strength of Parallam PSL beams, and longer spans and open floor plans are possible.