Publications Featuring Oriented Strand Board (OSB)
In this section, you will find publications that will help you design, specify and build with APA trademarked OSB.
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APA Full-Scale House Test Project: Progress Report 1Full Name: APA Full-Scale House Test Project: Progress Report 1, Overview of Test Project. Reports on APA’s three-dimensional, full-scale house test project. This extensive study will investigate the response of braced walls and evaluate how various structural components work as a whole. Available as a PDF only. Issued November 2006. (Form 3D-001 - 4 pages) |
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APA Full-Scale House Test Project: Progress Report 2Full Name: APA Full-Scale House Test Project: Progress Report 2, Effect of Return Corners and Hold Downs. Reports on APA’s three-dimensional, full-scale house test project. Available as a PDF only. Issued January 2007. (Form 3D-002 - 4 pages) |
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159 K |
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APA Full-Scale House Test Project: Progress Report 3Full Name: APA Full-Scale House Test Project: Progress Report 3, 3D Testing with 4:1 Aspect Ratio Wall Bracing. Reports on APA's three-dimensional, full-scale house test project. Available as a PDF only. Issued January 2007. (Form 3D-003 - 6 pages) |
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APA Full-Scale House Test Project: Progress Report 4Full Name: APA Full-Scale House Test Project: Progress Report 4, 3-D Testing with 6:1 Aspect Ratio Portal Frame Wall Bracing. Reports on APA’s three-dimensional, full-scale house test project. Available as a PDF only.Issued January 2007. (Form 3D-004 - 7 pages) |
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315 K |
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APA Full-Scale House Test Project: Progress Report 5Full Name: APA Full-Scale House Test Project: Progress Report 5, Effect of Bracing Configurations on Isolated Bracing (Method 3). Reports on APA’s three-dimensional, full-scale house test project. Available as a PDF only.Issued January 2007. (Form 3D-005 - 5 pages) |
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APA Full-Scale House Test Project: Progress Report 7Full Name: APA Full-Scale House Test Project: Progress Report 7, Wall Bracing with a 4:1 Aspect Ratio Using Sheathing Cut Around Openings. Reports on APA’s three-dimensional, full-scale house test project. Available as a PDF only.Issued January 2007. (Form 3D-007 - 5 pages) |
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APA Product Report PR-E710Qualified Structural Panels With Low Formaldehyde Emissions. Meadow Lake OSB Limited Partnership, Potlatch Corporation, Tolko Industries Ltd. Revised December 15, 2009. (PR-E710 - 2 pages) |
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78 K |
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APA Product Report PR-N129 RoyOMartin Tuffstrand7/16-inch OSB. Issued November 6, 2009 (PR-N129) |
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117 K |
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APA Product Report PR-N214, AinsworthEngineered® Treated OSBAinsworthEngineered OSB treated with Borogard® ZB for decay and insect resistance. Issued July 23, 2010. (PR-N214 - 3 pages) |
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113 K |
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APA Product Report PR-N409, Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd.AinsworthEngineered® OSB Concrete Edge Form, Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd. Revised May 28, 2010. (PR-N409 - 3 pages) |
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80 K |
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APA Product Report PR-N411, Tolko Industries Ltd.Tolko OSB Concrete Edge Form, Tolko Industries Ltd. Revised October 21, 2009. (PR-N411 - 3 pages) |
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79 K |
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APA Product Report PR-N412, Meadow Lake OSB Limited PartnershipMeadow Lake OSB Concrete Edge Form, Meadow Lake OSB Limited Partnership. Revised October 21, 2009. (PR-N412 - 3 pages) |
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82 K |
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APA Product Report PR-N413, AinsworthEngineered® OSB Concrete FormAinsworthEngineered® OSB Concrete Form, Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd. Issued March 30, 2010. (PR-N413 - 2 pages) |
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79 K |
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APA Product Report PR-N610, OSB Facing Materials for SIPsQualified 7/16" OSB Facing Materials for Structural Insulated Panels. Revised August 20, 2010. (PR-N610 - 2 pages) |
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APA Quality Assurance Policies for Structural-Use Panels Qualified to PRP-108Includes policies and procedures for APA Quality Assurance options, which was previously incorporated in APA PRP-108, Performance Standards and Policies, Form E445. Issued May 2002. (Form B455 - 40 pages) |
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Brace Walls with WoodUpdated version of Whole House Wall Bracing brochure. Provides information on wall bracing including code requirements and narrow bracing options for greater design flexibility. Revised November 2008. (Form G440 - 8 pages) |
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Build Energy Efficient WallsProvides five basic steps to construct energy-saving wood wall systems that meet code, are durable to the forces of nature, and save homeowners money. Issued December 2008. (Form J440 - 16 pages) |
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Build Profit with Wood WallsIntroductory piece to APA's series of wall bracing materials highlighting building design, construction and efficiency advantages of fully sheathing with wood structural panels. This brochure provides tips and resources on how to meet all of these demands and build profitability into your residential construction project. Issued December 2008. (Form J435 - 6 pages) |
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Builder Tips: Storage and Handling of APA Trademarked PanelsDescribes recommended handling for shipping, storage, and on the job site. Updated June 2007. (Form U450 - 2 pages) |
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Case Study: Bear Hill CondominiumsA switch from gypsum wallboard to oriented strand board wall sheathing decreased cost, and increased labor efficiency and quality for this multifamily development. Revised May 2003. (Form X160 - 2 pages) |
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Case Study: Gunter Primary SchoolConstructed of all wood, this Texas school's unique design concept features wood in exposed and hidden structural applications. Issued March 2007. (Form G170 - 2 pages) |
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205 K |
Case Study: Las Vegas Elementary SchoolThe Lamb of God Lutheran Elementary School and Administration Building in Las Vegas, described in this case study, features fully sheathed walls. Issued June 2005. (Form F120 - 2 pages) |
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Case Study: Philip Merrill Environmental CenterReaching the apex of sustainable design, the environmental center achieved LEED Platinum status through inspired use of engineered wood products. Issued March 2007. (Form H120 - 2 pages) |
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Data File: Installation and Preparation of Plywood Underlayment for Resilient Floor CoveringInstallation and preparation guide for the use of plywood underlayment for resilient floor covering installations. Includes grade chart and fastener schedule. Updated February 2008. (Form L335 - 6 pages) |
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Designing for Combined Shear and Wind UpliftIntroduces a straightforward solution for builders to meet building code requirements for structural wall systems in high wind areas. The APA system for combined shear and wind uplift is a prescribed three-step design process that builders can follow with minimal added engineering. Issued December 2009. (Form K325 - 4 pages) |
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Fire-Rated SystemsGuide to wood panel systems that meet code and insurance recommendations. Updated June 2005. (Form W305 - 24 pages) |
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Hurricane Shutter Design Considerations for FloridaRegion-specific information offers a collection of five hurricane shutter designs with recommendations for a variety of window and door openings in masonry and wood-frame buildings. The designs are based on requirements from the 2007 Florida Building Code. Available only as a free downloadable PDF. Issued August 2009. (Form T460 - 18 pages) |
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Installation of Stucco Exterior Finish Over Structural Wood Panel Wall SheathingDescribes recommended wall construction methods for the installation of stucco exterior finish over structural wood panel wall sheathing. Updated September 2006. Available only as a downloadable pdf file. (Form Q370 - 6 pages) |
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Narrow Walls That WorkTHIS PUBLICATION HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED. Please refer to Form G440 for more information on this topic. (Form D420) |
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Oriented Strand BoardDescribes OSB composition, properties, code acceptances, and applications. Revised February 2009. Printed version available August 2009. (Form W410 - 12 pages) |
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Oriented Strand Board, French Canadian versionFrench Canadian version of W410, Oriented Strand Board. (Form CF W415 - 12 pages) |
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Panel Design SpecificationA manual of recommended design capacities (ASD) and design methods for wood structural panels manufactured under Voluntary Product Standards PS1 and PS2, and APA Performance Standard PRP-108. Includes updated EA-perp values for OSB. Revised February 2008 (Form D510 - 28 pages) |
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Panel Handbook & Grade GlossaryPanel and construction terminology explained in easy-to-understand language. Available only as a downloadable PDF file. Revised April 1997. (Form X505 - 44 pages) |
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Performance Panels OverviewEngineered wood Performance Panel presentation covering production attributes and non-construction and industrial uses. More information available at performancepanels.com. Updated May 2009 |
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Performance Rated PanelsBackground, benefits, performance testing criteria and code recognitions for APA Performance-Rated Panels. Covers plywood, oriented strand board, and composite panels. Typical trademarks illustrated and explained. Revised December 1999 (Form F405 - 12 pages) |
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Performance Standard for Wood-Based Structural-Use PanelsCovers Voluntary Product Standard PS 2-04 and describes the requirements for producing and testing wood-based structural-use panels. Updated May 2005. (Form S350 - 30 pages) |
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Performance Standards and Qualification Policy for Structural-Use PanelsAPA PRP-108 - Describes requirements and test methods for APA Performance Rated Panels. Quality Assurance policy is now found in a separate document, Form B455. Revised May 2002 (Form E445 - 74 pages) |
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Presentación de paneles de desempeño (Performance Panels Overview)Un resumen sobre la producción, las características y usos industriales de paneles de madera diseñados. (Spanish version of Performance Panels Overview). Updated May 2009 |
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Product Report PR-N213: AinsworthEngineered® Treated OSB, Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd.AinsworthEngineered OSB treated with Borogard® ZB for decay and insect resistance. Revised July 30, 2010. (Form PR-N213 - 2 pages) |
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Specification Guide: Short Form for PanelsSample specifications for Sheathing, Sturd-I-Floor, Siding, and Sanded Panels. Available only as a downloadable PDF. Updated July 2010. (Form Y310 - 2 pages) |
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Structural Insulated PanelsThis brochure covers SIP advantages, applications, design and construction considerations, assembly and related topics. Numerous connection details also are included. Issued December 2007. (Form H650 - 20 pages) |
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Technical Note: APA Performance Rated Panel Subfloors Under Hardwood FlooringSpecification and installation recommendations for panel subfloors to be used under hardwood flooring. Updated June 2010. Available only as a downloadable PDF. (Form R280 - 2 pages) |
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Technical Note: Finishing Exposure 1 OSB SheathingFinishing recommendations for oriented strand board panels used for interior applications and soffits. Revised April 2001. (Form N300 - 2 pages) |
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Technical Note: Load-Span Tables for APA Structural-Use PanelsBecause it is sometimes necessary to have engineering design information for structural panel products when used in construction applications, APA provides design capacities for the various span ratings and section properties for various panel thicknesses (see Panel Design Specification, Form D510). This Technical Note contains uniform load tables calculated using these design capacities. Updated August 2008. (Form Q225 - 16 pages) |
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Technical Note: Narrow Wall Bracing Without Hold Downs for Use in a Fully Sheathed HouseTHIS PUBLICATION HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED. Please refer to Form J740 for more information on this topic. (Form E425) |
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Technical Note: Portal Frame Bracing Without Hold-Down DevicesDetails for APA-developed portal frame wall bracing to help provide segments as narrow as 16 inches that can be counted toward the overall bracing percentage required by the International Residential Code (IRC). For use in continuously sheathed walls. Issued July 2008 (Form J740 - 6 pages) |
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Technical Note: Smoothness of Wood-Based Panel SurfacesFactors affecting panel smoothness and product type suggestions. Issued September 1992 (Form S425 - 3 pages) |
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Technical Note: Water Vapor Permeance of Wood Structural Panels and Wood Wall ConstructionBecause moisture vapor can move through exterior wall systems, care must be taken with respect to the design of the wall to prevent excessive condensation and minimize moisture-related problems. This document addresses the water vapor permeance of structural wood panels, vapor retarders and their role in wall-system design. Issued February 2009. Available only as a downloadable PDF. (Form J450 - 6 pages) |
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Technical Note: Wood Structural Panel Sheathing or Siding Used to Resist Combined Shear & UpliftThe basic concept behind this paper and the referenced documents mentioned previously begins with a wood structural panel that is designed as a shear wall and has a specific attachment schedule associated with its desired shear capacity. Available only as a free downloadable PDF. Issued May 2007. (Form H335 - 8 pages) |
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Videotape: Performance Rated PanelsVHS format. (Form VT-0023) |
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Wood Facts: Formaldehyde Emissions and ExemptionsAPA fact sheet addresses the concerns related to structural wood panels and explains why plywood and OSB manufactured to Voluntary Product Standard PS 1-07, Structural Plywood and Voluntary Product Standard PS 2, Performance Standard for Wood-Based Structural-Use Panels, have such low emission levels that they are exempt from the leading formaldehyde emission standards and regulations. Issued August 2008. (Form J330 - 2 pages) |
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Wood Sheathing Builds BusinessThree residential builders cut callbacks, improve customer relations, and meet code requirements using wood structural panels. This publication describes how three builders in Idaho, Texas, and Ohio gained a competitive edge by fully sheathing the walls of their homes with plywood or OSB. The builders reported improved structural performance and fewer appearance-related callbacks. The testimonials from the builders are consistent with the findings of a recent study conducted by the National Association of Home Builders Research Center. The builders surveyed reported increased racking strength, superior shear resistance, better nailing substrate, and other performance advantages with wood structural panels, compared to other non-structural products. Issued October 2005 (Form F125 - 4 pages) |
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