Beams, headers, and columns made from Trus Joist Parallam® PSL open up a whole new world of design options for the home. Made with a patented microwave process that bonds together long, thin strands of wood, Parallam PSL is engineered to support heavy loads and span long distances. These benefits extend to the exterior with Treated Parallam® Plus PSL, which is pressure-treated to protect against termites and fungi. This makes it an ideal option for exterior, above-grade applications that require both strength and long-term performance against the elements.
To make the process of specifying Treated Parallam Plus PSL and other structural members even easier, Weyerhaeuser offers ForteWEB™, a free software program for sizing joists, beams, posts, and studs. The program, suitable for use by dealers, architects, contractors, and other building pros, performs member calculations and identifies solutions for the conditions and geometry specified. Users can also incorporate ForteWEB to size members for a specific spacing, depth, or economical fit. The program provides loading assistance for complex conditions, so you can easily calculate and apply loads on one tab using a variety of tools.
In addition, ForteWEB can size engineered wood and dimension lumber in one tool and compare design results to select the most effective solution.
ForteWEB features an intuitive user interface and design workflows, so it’s easy to get up to speed with a minimal learning curve. The software is web-based, so there’s no need to download programs or updates, and users can access job files from anywhere using the cloud, share files using Teams, and integrate with BIM solutions. A mobile interface also allows for sizing members on the go.
The get started using ForteWEB for single member sizing, check out Weyerhaeuser’s portal with information, overview videos, and training tutorials.
Weyerhaeuser Distribution is committed to delivering the reliable, consistent products you can rely on. Connect with your Weyerhaeuser representative today about structural frame and engineered wood solutions available in your market.
