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Beams Butting Over Wood Support

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This detail shows two glulam beams butting over a wood support, with the beams connected to the support using a steel post cap and through-bolts in 2D CAD format. Developed by APA – The Engineered Wood Association, this detail is drawn from APA publication Glulam Floor Beams, Form C415 and reflects decades of engineered wood research, testing and field-proven best practices.

This 2D detail is designed for architects, engineers, contractors and building professionals and provides clear, code-compliant guidance.

Available in multiple formats including DWG (AutoCAD), RVT (Revit), and PDF, this detail helps building professionals streamline the design and construction process while ensuring structural integrity and proper installation of engineered wood products.

Published by APA — The Engineered Wood Association.

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