Good specification does not stop at structural performance. Engineering decisions made early in a project can have consequences throughout procurement and construction.
Products and grades that may have been routinely specified in the past may not always reflect current availability or the most practical supply solution. The result can be additional substitutions, redesign, consultation and sourcing delays. The better question is not simply "Will it work?" It is "Will it work all the way through the project?"
Four considerations for better specification
Structural performance: Select a product and section with the required engineering characteristics.
Current product information: Understand the products, sizes and characteristic values currently supported.
Availability and supply practicality: Consider how readily the selected solution can move through the supply chain.
Technical support: Know who can assist when product selection, substitutions or project-specific questions arise.
How Wesbeam helps
Product selection: Understand the Wesbeam LVL and I-joist products and available section ranges relevant to your application.
Technical guidance: Access characteristic values, design criteria and supporting technical documentation.
Specification review: Talk to our technical team about existing standard specifications and commonly nominated products.
Project support: Engage our technical specialists where product performance, availability or alternative solutions need to be considered.
Knowledge and training: Arrange a technical session for your engineering, design or specification team.
Book a Technical Specification Session
We can arrange a session with your engineering or design team covering Wesbeam LVL and I-joist range, commonly available section sizes, characteristic values, technical resources, specification considerations, common substitution questions, and how and when to engage Wesbeam technical support.