Due to the demand for economical, innovative and functional products for the construction sector, the Madeplax Group is promoting the use of the laminated woods structural elements with an innovative design and the use of coniferous woods for their production.
This product has been developed with precise elements that meet the exacting demands of the modern construction sector. The manufacturing system uses the latest technologies in drying, strength and material bonding.
Among its main characteristics are the following:
FIRE RESISTANCE
The structures of laminated wood are the most resistant to fire compared to other types of materials, they do not collapse and their destruction is progressive. Important wood structures are recoverable after a severe fire exposure of more than one hour.
MECHANICAL RESISTANCE
Wood of equal weight is four times the weight of wood. stronger than iron and involves low energy consumption in its production and use.
Elasticity is the most important characteristic of wood. It also has a property defined as "resilience" that acts as a load distribution phenomenon, which allows it to absorb considerable stresses for periods of time without exceeding the elastic limit.
BIG LIGHTS
Structural glulam is competitive for designing roofs with large clear spans that can easily exceed 100 meters without intermediate supports. It is very strong and light at the same time.
THERMAL AND ELECTRONIC INSULATION
Dry wood is an excellent thermal and electrical insulation. Wooden structures do not generate distortions in radio or TV reception and are insensitive to magnetism.
The low heat conductivity prevents the formation of thermal bridges, so common in metallic constructions.
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE IN AGGRESSIVE ENVIRONMENTS
In aggressive environments for the preservation of metal or concrete constructions, structural glulam does not require any painting or surface treatment. It has an excellent natural behavior without degradation even in direct contact with corrosive materials such as salt and fertilizer compounds.
DESIGN FREEDOM
Few industrialized materials have the degree of design flexibility of glulam structures. The pieces can be straight and curved and as long as it is possible to transport them.
ECONOMIC MAINTENANCE
It is not mandatory to paint or varnish well-designed structures in order to preserve them. On the contrary, it may be contraindicated to paint the surfaces if you want to avoid having to renew the coating every year.
Products such as beams, columns, arches, porticos and trusses are just a few of the wide range of products that this type of material can be manufactured and that the Madeplax Group designs, manufactures and installs.
