Glue laminated timber
US9441373B1 · kind B1 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 13, 2015 |
| Grant date | Sep 13, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 13, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04B2103/04
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed is a novel glue laminated timber, or glulam, that simulates the appearance of solid sawn wood. The glulam can be utilized as both a structural and aesthetic element for glass doors and windows as well as other structural applications where appearance might be a consideration. It can also be utilized in furniture making and wood working applications where thick solid furniture-grade exotic hardwood can be utilized and can be difficult to obtain. The lams are stacked along the length of the glulam providing a solid wood outer surface as the widest surface of the glulam. At least one lam is stacked transversely and inset from opposing longitudinal edges to form the appearance of a solid wood surface and cover lamination seams.
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