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 k_1.

• Bearing area factor k_3.

• Parallel support factor k_4.

• Grid System Factor k_5.

• 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

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