THE determination of the suitable breadth and depth of a timber beam to carry a given load involves consideration of strength, of stiffness, and of the capacity of the material to withstand the ...

The Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA), South Africa’s professional body for the engineered timber construction industry, issues a notice on compliance of laminated timber beams ...

The City of Mount Gambier Council has defended its decision to import timber beams for the Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre, saying the required size is not manufactured in Australia. The ...

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