APA Publication Update Sep. 2008

by ken » Sun Dec 07, 2008 9:07 am

Subject: APA Publications Update, September 2008
Date: 25 Sep 2008 10:08:30 -0700
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September 25, 2008

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This Publications Update e-newsletter highlights a new glulam publication featuring a variety of case studies on utility applications. Also featured are two Technical Notes that address topics on load-span tables for specific structural-use panel applications, and temporary construction loads over i-joist roofs and floors and APA's Product Reports.

Have you visited www.apawood.org lately? This month we feature APA's newly-redesigned website. A new, updated look provides users with improved navigation, additional search options and easy-to-access information on the latest news and recently published literature featuring engineered wood products.
This APA e-newsletter is sent to those who request it when registering to download publications. If you do not wish to receive this e-newsletter, please select the "Update your APA preferences" or "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of this page. Many of our publications are available as free downloadable PDFs with registration on the APA website or can be purchased in printed form. Click on each publication title to download or order your copy today.

Glulam Utility PolesFeatured Publication

APA's new brochure, Glued Laminated Wood Utility Poles highlights the use of glulam for utility applications throughout North America. Durability, product availability, sustainablity, and competitive pricing are all favorable factors illustrated through a variety of case studies highlighting the advantages of glulam. This brochure is available for purchase or as a downloadable PDF. Form J420, 12 pages. $2.



Updated Publications

Technical Note: Load-Span Tables for APA Structural-Use Panels

Because it is sometimes necessary to have engineering design information for structural panel products when used in construction applications, APA provides design capacities for the various span ratings and section properties for various panel thicknesses. This Technical Note contains uniform load tables calculated using these design capacities. This brochure is available for purchase or as a free downloadable PDF. Form Q225, 16 pages. $1.

Technical Note: Temporary Construction Loads Over I-joist Roofs And Floors

This updated publication provides recommendations for proper placement of heavy loads in a partially completed light-framed structure to prevent damage to the structure and/or injury to the work crew. Availalbe only as a free downloadable PDF. Form J735, 5 pages.

APA Product Reports Available

APA offers 37 Products Reports which are intended to supplement existing code evaluation reports, and signify that the product is in compliance with the national building codes. The typical report covers the product's description, qualifications, design properties, installation recommendations, fire-resistant construction, supporting load tables, span ratings and limitations. In an effort to provide industry professionals with current product performance evaluations for engineered wood products, APA Product Reports® are available free of charge at www.apawood.org/ProductReports.



apawood.orgAPA Launches
Redesigned Website

After a comprehensive redesign, involving improved navigation and search functionality for publications, products and applications, APA unveiled its new-look website recently.

The main site, www.apawood.org, offers an extensive online compendium pertaining to engineered wood products. In addition to products and applications, the home page menu also encompasses education, media, green topics, a member directory and APA programs.

A new quick link allows visitors one-click access to 13 subsidiary sites and popular programs such as Professional Associates, Build a Better Home, Wood University, Performance Panels, Engineered Wood Technology Association and APA CAD. A third home page search option allows users to view specific results in Publications, Member Directory, Products, Applications and News and Events.