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Beam design

This section contains information and worked examples for beam design.

The PDF below contains the following information on beam design:

  • Duration of load factor for strength k1.
  • Bearing area factor k3.
  • Parallel support factor k4.
  • Grid System Factor k5.
  • Compression at an angle to grain.
  • Effect of variations in moisture content.
  • Stability.
  • k8 stability factors.
  • Shear strength.
  • Bearing strength.
  • Notches and holes.
  • Glue laminated timber beams.

Beam design - Printable PDF

Beam design worked examples - Printable PDF