Engineered wood structures-a tool for distribution unguyed angle and dead end applications

Due to the perceived and real decrease in supply and the volatility of the price of “old growth” Douglas Fir and Southern Pine, many electric utilities have increased their use of engineered products, such as tubular steel, concrete and proven glued laminated framing members and poles to fill their distribution needs. Glued laminated framing members and poles are engineered products with a proven history in the electric industry. Modern laminates are available in almost any required cross section and length and are of sufficient strength to completely interchange with solid sawn. Laminated timbers and poles rely on “second growth” material which has a more stable price and supply