*Stock lengths: 3.6, 4.2, 4.8, 5.4, 6.0, 7.2

*Other lengths: 7.8, 8.4, 9.0, 9.6, 10.2, 10.8, 11.4, 12.0 - extra freight charges may apply

Visual

The Prolam PL8, PL12 Visual Grade Beams are structurally engineered timber elements with high strength and dimensional stability  intended for use in applications where appearance of the member is important and clear or painted finishes are used. All surface voids are filled, small tight knots are permitted. The surfaces are planer machined to a high quality finish. You can opt for machine finish, sanded and sealed or pre-primed.

Prolam PL8, PL12 Visual Beams are treated to H3.2.

* PRODUCTION Leadtime: 15-25 Working Days (excluding weekends & holidays);

Non-Visual

The Prolam PL8, PL12, Non-Visual Grade Beams are structurally engineered timber elements with high strength and dimensional stability intended for use in applications where appearance is unimportant. All appearance blemishes are permitted in this grade. The surfaces are machined, but machine skip is permissible and blemishes, voids and manufacturing will remain unrepaired. Loose, knots, wane, pith and open knot holes may be present.

PL8, PL12 Non-Visual Beams are treated to H3.2 and H1.2.

Timber used for laminating is carefully selected for production and graded according to strict Prowood specifications. All timber stock is kiln dried, to 13% average moisture content, to ensure efficient bonding in the gluing operations.

The laminations are machine finger jointed if required, with glue being cured by state of the art European press systems and controlled temperature. Prolam PL8, PL12 glulam products are available in visual and non-visual utility grades and are pre-cambered to Prolam's specific precamber. Un-cambered Prolam PL8, PL12 beams are available to order.

Prolam H1.2 and H3.2 Beams. Design and Install Guide JANUARY 2020 – Version 1

Prolam PL8 & PL12 Beams - beams are manufactured to the wide range of sizes specified by the Prolam Pro online specifier. For accurate specifications simply click this button!