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Ability to work beam on-site (cutting & drilling) - avoid delays |
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Lightweight - easy to lift & place |
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Long-span capability |
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On average up to 40% lighter than hot rolled steel or engineered wood |
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Flexibility in connections, easy to attach to structure |
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Ability to use self-drilling screws, bolts, or welding |
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Depth advantage against engineered wood |
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Beam is straight and has high torsional rigidity |
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Off-cuts can be used on-site |
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Resists mold & termites |
