The Ontario Building Code | Glue-Laminated Members

4.3.1.2. Glue-Laminated Members

(1) Glued-laminated members shall be fabricated in plants conforming to CSA O177, "Qualification Code for Manufacturers of Structural Glued-Laminated Timber".

In Plain Language

Glued-laminated wood members must be fabricated in plants that meet the CSA O177 qualification standard for structural glued-laminated timber manufacturers, ensuring consistent manufacturing quality for this engineered wood product.

This is a plain-language summary of the 2012/2017 Ontario Building Code text above, for general understanding only and not a substitute for the Code. Always confirm current requirements against the 2024 edition (O.Reg. 163/24) or a qualified professional before construction.