Engineered wood has redefined the standards of structural framing in modern construction. Products like LVL framing lumber offer strength, stability, and consistency that traditional sawn timber often cannot match. Fuqing’s comprehensive range of engineered wood solutions is designed to meet the diverse needs of residential, commercial, and industrial framing projects.
Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) is an engineered wood product made by bonding thin wood veneers together with moisture-resistant adhesives under heat and pressure. This process creates a beam or plank with uniform strength, minimal natural defects, and excellent dimensional stability.
Fuqing’s Structural LVL (E10–E16) is manufactured to high performance standards and is suitable for LVL timber frame construction. Higher grades such as E13–E15 are ideal for long-span applications, resisting bending, twisting, and warping even in challenging environments.
Typical LVL framing uses include:
Studs and posts in timber frames
Headers, lintels, and load-bearing beams
Rim boards and floor joist framing
When framing requires longer spans or heavier load capacity, LVL beam framing is the preferred solution. Fuqing’s structural LVL beams are engineered to deliver consistent modulus of elasticity and modulus of rupture, ensuring predictable performance in roof framing, floor support systems and some large open-plan building layouts.
These beams are available in multiple thicknesses, widths, and lengths, allowing architects and builders to customize framing designs without splicing or compromising structural integrity.
While LVL provides the main structural skeleton, structural plywood acts as the sheathing and bracing element. Fuqing’s F8 and F11 structural plywood grades are manufactured for high shear strength, making them ideal for plywood for framing walls in both load-bearing and non-load-bearing configurations.
Advantages of structural plywood in framing walls:
Distributes lateral forces (wind or seismic loads)
Enhances rigidity of the framing system
Provides a secure nailing surface for cladding and finishes
| Feature | LVL | Plywood |
| Strength & stiffness | High strength, engineered consistency | Excellent panel shear strength |
| Dimensional stability | Resists warping, twisting | Stable under load |
| Custom sizing | Available in long lengths, varied cross-sections | Versatile panel sizes |
| Sustainability | Made from fast-growing plantations | Efficient use of wood fibers |
Fuqing’s LVL framing and structural plywood offer a complete framing solution that balances structural integrity, design flexibility, and environmental responsibility. With international certifications, precision manufacturing, and custom sizing, these engineered framing products are ready for use in projects worldwide, from small-scale residential builds to large commercial developments.
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