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Strong Built Establishments Builders
SBE Builders is a commercial and residential framing contractor located in Discovery Bay California.
Dedicated to the art of Carpentery & Roof Framing. We are the professionals for the future of the craft of carpentry.
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SBE Builders Commercial & Residential Structural Framing
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Structural GluLam Beams
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Maximize your confidence in SBE Builders with our complete
understanding of the structural glulam beams used in commercial buildings.
GluLam Beam Construction variables: Is the GluLam beam used for a simple span or a cantilver span?If the GluLam beam is for a simple span it will be a Douglas Fir 24F-V4 with a bottom tension cord of 2400 psi. If the GluLam beam is a cantilver beam, like the glulam beam shown in the picture above, it will be a 24F-V8 with a bottom tension cord of 2400 psi and a top compression cord of 2400 psi. Is the radius of the GluLam beam through the supports? Yes, the glulam beam radius is measured with a straigth line through the supports, including cantilver beams. All glulam beams will have a radius of 3500' U.O.N. on the structural plans. Is there a APA-EWS or AITC trademark stamp on each GluLam? Yes, all of glulam beams will have a factory mark of the laminated structural units with APA-EWS or AITC Quality Inspected mark on timber surfaces which will not be exposed to view in completed work. Certificate to indicate conformance ? Yes, the American Wood Systems (APA-EWS) certificate will indicate conformance with ANSI Standard A190.1l. Is the GluLam protected from mostiure? Prior to
shipping, all glulam beams are individually wrapped with the manufacturer’s
standard, opaque, durable, water-resistant, plastic-coated paper covering,
with water-resistant seams with all ends sealed with protective sealant. Are shop drawings included? Yes, all glulam beams will have shop drawings specifing size, stress, exterior grade, camber and Species. |
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High Aspect-Ratio Shear Panels
Hardy Frame example with a custom height for the frames. The hardy frames in this photo are 9'-6" in height. |
Maximize your confidence in SBE Builders with our complete
understanding of high aspect-ratio shear panels. Hardy Frames, Simpson Strong Walls and Trus Joist TJ®-Shear Panels.
All the high aspect-ratio shear panels can be used for applications in seismic zones 3 and 4 in California where we have high winds and
seismic uplifting.
Simpson Strong Wall example with 4x6 members attached to each side of the Simpson Strong Wall for a stronger connection to the surrounding framing members. 
Hardy Frame example with 4x6 members attached to each side of the Hardy Frame for a stronger connection to the surrounding framing members. |
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Structural Shear Wall Panel Nailing in Commercial and Residential Framing
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Build a set of stairs that you are gonna be proud of.
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