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Grade S5P and Grade S7P stress-graded lumber
Two types of stress-graded lumber are available: Grade S5P (minimum working stress in bending of 5.2 MPa) and Grade S7P (minimum working stress in bending of 7.2 MPa). Both are planed (P) and suitable for structural applications.
Grade S5P Stress-graded to a working stress in bending of at least 5.2 MPa. The P refers to a planed product. Grade S7P Stress-graded to a working stress in bending of at least 7.2 MPa. The P refers to a planed product.
Places
Limpopo
Reference
https://safcol.co.za/processing/
Kiln-dried, high-quality graded lumber products
SAFCOL processes softwood pine logs into kiln-dried, high-quality graded lumber that meets SANS structural specifications. The products are available in various grades and dimensions suitable for structural applications such as roof trusses and timber frame structures.
We process softwood pine logs at our sawmilling operation into kiln-dried, high-quality graded lumber products, produced to SANS structural specifications.
Structural (SANS) certified lumber
This product is fully certified according to strength properties and displays the standardization mark as per National Standard Specifications. It complies with the National Building Regulations of South Africa and is suitable for structural use in construction projects.
Structural (SANS) Certified structural lumber. Produced specifically for structural use, this product is fully certified according to its strength properties, displaying the standardization mark as per National Standard Specifications for use in compliance with the National Building Regulations of South Africa.