CrossLam TM

by Structurlam

CrossLam
Design Guide
Intro
Cross Laminated Timbers have been manufactured
in Europe for more than 10 years and are now being
used throughout Europe for floors, walls and ceilings.
Structurlam has created it’s own line of cross laminated
timbers called CrossLam. CrossLam has 3, 5, 7 or more
layers of dimensional softwood lumber stacked on one
another at right angles and glued together in a press,
over their entire surface area. The size of the panel is
limited by the size of the press allowing Structurlam to
manufacture panels up to 12 metres long by 3 metres
wide.

The purpose of this guide is to provide technical

information to allow architects and engineers to
specify CrossLam. Should your project require wall
panels, Structurlam can provide a fully engineered
CrossLam solution.

Carbon Footprint
The environmental benefits of CrossLam speak for
themselves. Because CrossLam is made of wood, it
possess a number of inherent positive environmental
characteristics common to all wood products. These
include carbon storage, less manufacturing greenhouse
gas emissions than non-wood materials, and an overall
lighter environmental footprint than non-wood
materials, according to life cycle assessment studies.

Table of contents
Introduction 02
Carbon Footprint 02
Benefits of CrossLam 03
Panel Characteristics 04
Technical Approvals 04
Span Tables 05-07
 Benefits of CrossLam
Structurlam’s CrossLam has all the advantages of prefabricated buildings plus
some distinctive features and benefits.

• State-of-the-art-facility: Structurlam has invested in the world’s best

technology to produce CrossLam. This allows us to efficiently produce large
volumes of world class, third party certified structural panels.
• Size matters: Structurlam has invested in a large commercial press that can
produce panels that are up to 3.0 m x 12.2 m (10’ x 40’) and up to 309 mm
(12.2”) deep.
• Accuracy and aesthetics: With the installation of the Rex Big Master planer,
Structurlam can finish smooth all 4 sides. This ensures a perfect fit and the
option to expose panel surfaces. This is combined with our large panel CNC
machining capability to frame any requirements.
• Fully engineered solution: The team at Structurlam can provide you with a
fully engineered design solution including floors, roof, walls and all connection
details. It is a key component to the service we provide our customers.
• Installation: We can install any size of project.
• Environmentally friendly resins: Polyurethane resin is formaldehyde and
colour free.

CrossLam vs. other Building Materials

• Lightweight: up to 6 times lighter than concrete.
• Cost competitive against steel and concrete.
• Negative carbon footprint.
• CrossLam can be used jointly with other material such as steel or concrete,
heavy timbers, and light wood frame.
• Rapid construction time: CrossLam reduces construction time.
• Skilled labour benefits: The erection of the structure mostly requires carpentry
skills and power tools.
• Material savings: 1/3 thinner than concrete.

FLOOR SLAB COMPARISON CROSSLAM VS. CONCRETE

CrossLam SLAB RATIO VIBRATION
MAX CONCRETE SLAB
PANEL THICKNESS CLT/CONC CONTROLLED
SPANS ONE END CONT
THICKNESS REQUIRED THICKNESS SPAN
(m) dx24 (m)
(mm) (mm) (%) (m)
SLT3 99 150 66 3.5 2.4
SLT5 169 200 85 4.9 4.1
SLT7 239 260 92 6.2 5.8
SLT9 309 310 100 7.4 7.4

Text in red indicates CrossLam thickness advantage.

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Panel
Characteristics
Name Layers Depth Inner Lams Outer Lams
(mm) (mm) (mm)
Panel Layouts SLT3 3 layers 99 inner lams 35 outer lams 32
SLT5 5 layers 169 inner lams 35 outer lams 32
SLT7 7 layers 239 inner lams 35 outer lams 32
SLT9 9 layers 309 inner lams 35 outer lams 32

Max Panel Size 3.0m x 12.2m (10.0’ X 40.0’)

Max Thickness 309 mm
Production Widths 1.2 m & 2.4 m (4.0’ X 8.0’)
Moisture Content 12% (+/-2%) at time of production
Glue Specifications Purebond polyurethane adhesive
Wood Species SPF No.1/No.2, other species available upon request
Surface Qualities Planed 4 sides
Squareness Panel face diagonals shall not differ by more than 3.2mm
Straightness Deviation of edges from a straight line between adjacent
panel corners shall not exceed 1.6 mm
Dimensional Tolerances Thickness: +/- 1.6mm (1/16 in) or 2% of the CrossLam
thickness whichever is greater
Width: +/- 1.6 mm (1/16 in) per foot (305 mm) of
CrossLam width
Length: +/- 3.2 mm (1/8 in) up to 6100 mm (20 ft) and
+/- 3.2 mm (1/8 in) for each additional 6100 mm
(20 ft) in length

Technical Approvals
CrossLam meets the requirements of the following standards:

• CLT Plant Qualification Standard – draft- by FPInnovations

• Standard for Performance Rated CLT ANSI/APA PRG 320 – draft – by APA

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 CrossLam Floor Panel Load Table
MAX. SPAN (mm) FLOOR LIVE LOAD (kPa, unfactored)
1.9 2.4 3.6 4.8 7.2
PANEL SIZE OFFICE/ MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY/
TYPE (mm) RESIDENTIAL CLASSROOM ROOM STORAGE LIBRARY
SLT3 99 3490 3490 3220 2980 2650
single span

SLT5 169 4920 4920 4920 4730 4220

SLT7 239 6200 6200 6200 6200 5720
SLT9 309 7370 7370 7370 7370 7180
SLT3 99 3700 3700 3650 3350 2920
double

SLT5 169 5150 5150 5150 5150 4650

span

SLT7 239 6500 6500 6500 6500 6350

SLT9 309 7800 7800 7800 7800 7800
SLT3 99 3725 3725 3500 3220 2850
triple span

SLT5 169 5250 5250 5250 5100 4500

SLT7 239 6550 6550 6550 6550 6150
SLT9 309 7825 7825 7825 7825 7750

Notes:
1. Material is S-P-F No.1/No.2 for all laminations.
2. Outer laminations are 32mm thick; inner laminations are 35mm thick.
3. Specified modulus of elasticity and strength in major strength direction:
E0 = 9500 MPa; fb,0 = 11.8 MPa; fv,0 = 1.5 MPa; fvr,0 = 0.5 MPa; fc,0 = 11.5 MPa; ft,0 = 5.5 MPa
(ref: Table 5.3.1A of CSA-O86-09).
4. Specified modulus of elasticity and strength in minor strength direction:
E90 = 9500 MPa; fb,90 = 11.8 MPa; fv,90 = 1.5 MPa; fvr,90 = 0.5 MPa;
(ref: Table A3 ANSI/APA PRG 320-75% Draft January 2011).
5. Dead load includes panel self-weight plus 1.0 kPa flooring load.
6. Bold text indicates span governed by vibration; regular text indicates span governed
by dead plus live load deflection limit of L/300.
7. All spans are assumed to be equal for multi-span panels.
8. Spans shown represent distance between the centerlines of supports.
9. Maximum spans shown are only to be used for preliminary design.
10. Engineer to ensure that L/300 deflection limit is appropriate for intended use.
11. The following factors were used for calculations: KD = 1.0; KS = 1.0; KT = 1.0; KH = 1.0.

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 CrossLam Floor Panel Load Table with 2” (50mm) Concrete Topping
MAX. SPAN (mm) FLOOR LIVE LOAD (kPa, unfactored)
1.9 2.4 3.6 4.8 7.2
PANEL SIZE OFFICE/ MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY/
TYPE (mm) RESIDENTIAL CLASSROOM ROOM STORAGE LIBRARY
SLT3 99 3350 3230 2990 2800 2520
single span

SLT5 169 4920 4920 4730 4450 4030

SLT7 239 6200 6200 6200 6020 5480
SLT9 309 7370 7370 7370 7370 6890
SLT3 99 3700 3700 3420 3180 2820
double

SLT5 169 5150 5150 5150 5050 4500

span

SLT7 239 6500 6500 6500 6500 6150

SLT9 309 7800 7800 7800 7800 7700
SLT3 99 3725 3600 3300 3070 2740
triple span

SLT5 169 5250 5250 5200 4860 4360

SLT7 239 6550 6550 6550 6550 5940
SLT9 309 7825 7825 7825 7825 7450

Notes:
1. Material is S-P-F No.1/No.2 for all laminations.
2. Outer laminations are 32mm thick; inner laminations are 35mm thick.
3. Specified modulus of elasticity and strength in major strength direction:
E0 = 9500 MPa; fb,0 = 11.8 MPa; fv,0 = 1.5 MPa; fvr,0 = 0.5 MPa; fc,0 = 11.5 MPa; ft,0 = 5.5 MPa
(ref: Table 5.3.1A of CSA-O86-09).
4. Specified modulus of elasticity and strength in minor strength direction:
E90 = 9500 MPa; fb,90 = 11.8 MPa; fv,90 = 1.5 MPa; fvr,90 = 0.5 MPa;
(ref: Table A3 ANSI/APA PRG 320 - 75% Draft January 2011).
5. Dead load includes panel self-weight plus 1.0 kPa flooring load, and weight of 2” (50mm) normal
weight concrete topping.
6. Bold text indicates span governed by vibration; regular text indicates span governed by dead plus
live load deflection limit of L/300.
7. All spans are assumed to be equal for multi-span panels.
8. Spans shown represent distance between the centerlines of supports.
9. Maximum spans shown are only to be used for preliminary design.
10. Engineer to ensure that L/300 deflection limit is appropriate for intended use.
11. The following factors were used for calculations: KD = 1.0; KS = 1.0; KT = 1.0; KH = 1.0.
 CrossLam Roof Panel Load Table
MAX. SPAN (mm) ROOF SNOW LOAD (kPa, unfactored)
1.1 1.6 2.2 2.9 3.3 8.5
PANEL SIZE PRINCE
TYPE (mm) PENTICTON VANCOUVER NANAIMO GEORGE SQUAMISH WHISTLER
SLT3 99 4450 4120 3820 3550 3420 2510
single span

SLT5 169 6800 6360 5950 5570 5390 4050

SLT7 239 8920 8420 7920 7450 7220 5520
SLT9 309 10900 10330 9770 9230 8970 6940
SLT3 99 5400 4950 4550 4200 4050 2900
double

SLT5 169 8250 7650 7100 6600 6350 4650

span

SLT7 239 10900 10150 9450 8850 8550 6350

SLT9 309 13300 12500 11700 11000 10600 8000
SLT3 99 5160 4750 4400 4050 3900 2850
triple span

SLT5 169 7900 7300 6800 6350 6100 4550

SLT7 239 10350 9700 9100 8500 8200 6150
SLT9 309 12650 11850 11200 10550 10200 7750

Notes:
1. Material is S-P-F No.1/No.2 for all laminations.
2. Outer laminations are 32mm thick; inner laminations are 35mm thick.
3. Specified modulus of elasticity and strength in major strength direction:
E0 = 9500 MPa; fb,0 = 11.8 MPa; fv,0 = 1.5 MPa; fvr,0 = 0.5 MPa; fc,0 = 11.5 MPa; ft,0 = 5.5 MPa
(ref: Table 5.3.1A of CSA-O86-09).
4. Specified modulus of elasticity and strength in minor strength direction:
E90 = 9500 MPa; fb,90 = 11.8 MPa; fv,90 = 1.5 MPa; fvr,90 = 0.5 MPa;
(ref: Table A3 ANSI/APA PRG 320 - 75% Draft January 2011).
5. Dead load includes panel self-weight plus 0.5 kPa roofing load.
6. Maximum span is governed by dead plus snow load deflection limit of L/300.
7. All spans are assumed to be equal for multi-span panels.
8. Spans shown represent distance between the centerlines of supports.
9. Maximum spans shown are only to be used for preliminary design.
10. Engineer to ensure that L/300 deflection limit is appropriate for intended use.
11. The following factors were used for calculations: KD = 1.0; KS = 1.0; KT = 1.0; KH = 1.0.
12. Shear stiffness has been reduced by 50% to account for creep deformation.
13. Snow load is based on BCBC 2006 with the following factors:
Is = 1.0 for ULS; Is = 0.9 for SLS; Cw = 1.0; CS = 1.0; Ca = 1.0
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