Architects, builders and design engineers can now get immediate access to International Beams updated I-Joist Floor Framing Details.

International Beams is pleased to announce that new framing details covering 20 specific framing situations are available as DWG, DXF and PDF files. To simplify the selection process, one can download either an individual DWG, DXF or PDF or a zip file containing a complete set of detailed drawings. There are separate files for the United States and Canada.

These details have been re-drafted and enhanced with additional information specific to IB.

The new files can be downloaded at :

http://www.internationalbeams.com/i-joists/details/

When adding web filler for 2-ply (double member) IB I-joists with 2×4 flanges, it can be less labor-intensive to use dimensional lumber rather than cut structural wood panel to depth. The new TB-IJ-9 provides an alternate to the structural wood panel filler indicated in the IB literature.

A PDF of the Technical Bulletin (TB-IJ-9), IB LVL Ledger Fastening can be viewed or downloaded at:

http://www.internationalbeams.com/i-joists/technical-bulletins

International Beams LVL (laminated veneer lumber) typically comes in 1 ¾” thicknesses and is suitable for use as ledgers to support floor (or roof) framing. For example, IB LVL may be used to support an intermediate floor at balloon-framed walls, or it may be used to support floor framing when poured concrete foundation walls extend above the floor level.

A PDF of the Technical Bulletin (TB-LVL-3), IB LVL Ledger Fastening can be viewed or downloaded at http://www.internationalbeams.com/laminated-veneer-lumber/technical-bulletins/

There are situations where architectural geometric restrictions of the cornice detailing require that the attic ceiling/floor joist be cut at a slope to match the sloped rafters. The bearing and shear capacity can be seriously compromised with this type of sloped-end cut on an I-Joist. International Beams has tested sloped-end cuts on IB I-joists. As a result of these APA-witnessed tests, we have established maximum end reactions for unreinforced and reinforced sloped-end cuts.

A PDF of the Technical Bulletin (TB-IJ-7), Sloped-End Cut IB I-Joists can be viewed or downloaded at http://www.internationalbeams.com/i-joists/technical-bulletins/

Technical bulletin IB-LVL-2, Multi-ply IB LVL Fastening, has now been updated to include design tables for ½” diameter thru-bolts and Simpson SDW screws in addition to the previous table for TrussLok screws.

A PDF of the Technical Bulletin (TB-LVL-2), Multi-ply IB LVL Fastening with TrussLok Screws can be viewed or downloaded at http://www.internationalbeams.com/laminated-veneer-lumber/technical-bulletins/

CCMC (the Canadian Construction Materials Centre) recently updated its Evaluation Report, #13507-R for International Beams laminated veneer lumber for use in Ontario.

The Evaluation Report issued January 5, 2011 indicates that International Beams LVL (manufactured under agreement with Murphy Company), when used as structural composite lumber (SCL) complies with the National Building Code 2005 and the standards of the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

The full CCMC report can be viewed or downloaded at: http://www.internationalbeams.com/laminated-veneer-lumber/code-approvals/.

International Beams has prepared an LVL Design Manual for Canadian engineers, architects and contractors. It can be downloaded at: http://www.internationalbeams.com/laminated-veneer-lumber/literature-canada/.

For information on dealers selling International Beams LVL in your local area contact sales@internationalbeams.com, or call Toll Free: 1-866-457-4043.