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Compatible depths for solid joists

Perfect for multifamily and commercial structures, X-Beam is offered in 9-1/4" and 11-1/4" depths for matching 2" x 10" and 2" x 12" joists.

Extra Protection on the Jobsite

Rosboro X-Beam is individually wrapped to protect it from dirt, moisture and UV damage on the jobsite. Click here to learn more about glulam storage and handling.

Ask your Rosboro salesperson about mixed loads

Rosboro offers many shipping options via rail, truck and highway van. Ask us about mixed loads and receive all of your building materials in one delivery.

Rosboro X-Beam™

Next Generation Glulam

Rosboro X-Beam is the most cost effective engineered wood beam in the industry.

Rosboro X-Beam has become the choice for a building industry increasingly focused on value engineering. Rosboro X-Beam is 25% to 35% less than LVL and up to 20% less than (LSL) laminated strand lumber so it is also a great choice for short door and window headers.

Rosboro X-Beam is Architectural appearance and is 3-1/2" and 5-1/2" wide so it matches standard framing. The greater widths relative to conventional 3-1/8" and 5-1/8" glulam equate to increased load-carrying capacity (up to 12% for 3-1/2" and 7% for 5-1/2").

Rosboro X-Beam is available in conventional depths of 1-1/2" increments as well as I-Joist compatible depths. Since many multi-family and single family homes are now framed with 2 x 10 and 2 x 12 joists, X-Beam is supplied in 9-1/4" and 11-1/4" depths to match dimension lumber joists.

Camber

X-Beam is manufactured with a slight 5000-foot radius, for instance a 26' long beam would only have 1/4" of camber. Click here for more information on camber.

Available Net Beam Widths :

• 3-1/2"
• 5-1/2"
• 6-3/4"
• 8-3/4"

Depths:

• I-Joist Compatible Depths: 9-1/2", 11-7/8", 14", 16" and 18".
• Conventional Depths: 6" through 24" in 1-1/2" increments.
• Matches 2 x 10 and 2 x 12 depths at 9-1/4" & 11-1/4".

Columns

X-Beam glulam columns are architectural appearance, surfaced four sides and all four edges are eased. These glulam columns remain straight and true and are inventoried in the following sizes: 3-1/2" x 6", 5-1/2" x 5-1/2", 5-1/2" x 6. Other cross sections are available on a custom order basis. Click here for more information and design values.

Inventoried Locally

Rosboro's distributors inventory X-Beam in your local market to provide next-day delivery. Click here to find a distributor near you.

Truly Green

Before green became a buzzword, glulam was one of the industry's most resource-efficient choices. Our glulam today is an even better choice for today's progressive market:

• Made from a renewable resource - second- and third-generation forests.
• Resins made with EcoBind™ Resin Technology meet or exceed the most stringent global emissions standards. EcoBind Resin Technology is a licensed trademark of Momentive Specialty Chemicals.

Rosboro X-Beam™ technical information.