Woodspan PLT: A Dependable Structural Timber Alter

With shortages and long lead times hitting structural building products, it’s important to consider supply chains and look towards alternatives that can keep up with demand. Using only locally sourced timber, Woodspan manufactures their range of high-performance PLT (parallel laminated timber) panels in Taranaki ensuring a dependable supply for NZ projects.

Woodspan offers subfloor, mid floor and roof panels for a variety of applications, from high-end architectural to medium density housing and apartments. By working with architects from start to finish, the Woodspan team can provide reliable structural timber alternatives that meet the requirements of each project.

100% locally sourced timber

Woodspan’s factory is located in New Plymouth and all their timber is sourced from 100% sustainably farmed New Zealand Radiata pine from Taranaki and the central North Island. Architects and builders can have peace of mind knowing Woodspan can confidently meet demand due to this reliable local supply chain.

Manufactured off-site and timed to suit the build programme

Woodspan PLT panels are manufactured off-site using millimetre-accurate CNC technology providing a cut-to-measure structural solution that can be quickly and easily installed. By working with architects at the early stage of the design process, Woodspan builds the lead time into the process so panel delivery ties in neatly with when the panels are needed on site.

Quick and simple installation

Woodspan undertakes a full shop drawing process, providing builders with an easy-to-follow layout which is paired with clearly labelled panels and the packing of trucks to suit installation order. This results in fast and simple installation with builders able to easily unload the truck and install panels following the layout. And as the panels are prefabricated, all the builders need to do is drop them in place and screw them down — a quick and easy process that saves time and labour costs.

Start-to-finish project support

The Woodspan team is available to support each project from start to finish. “We are there to assist at any point,” says Tim McDonald, Sales Manager, Woodspan. “That includes working with the design team at the specification stage right through to being on site to talk the project team through the delivery and installation process.”

View Woodspan’s range of PLT mass timber panels or Contact Woodspan to learn more.

Woodspan PLT Roof/Ceiling — Architectural

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Woodspan PLT Roof panels (parallel laminated timber) are glue laminated, structural mass timber panels suitable for use as roof structures in residential construction.

FSC Certified

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

PLT panels are suitable for use as floor and roof structures including diaphragm applications:

In any wind zone or calculated wind pressure (ULS)
In all exposure zones, excluding microclimates as defined in NZS 3604:2011
In conjunction with a primary structure that complies with the NZ Building Code or where the designer has established that the existing structure is suitable for the intended building work
In all hazard classes up to and including H3.2
As a diaphragm where specifically designed
In applications where NZ Building Code Clause C6 (structural stability) obligations apply
Woodspan PLT Panels may be used with residential and commercial floor loadings up to 3.0kPa

If designed, installed and maintained in accordance with all Woodspan requirements, Woodspan PLT Panels will comply with or contribute to compliance with the following performance claims:

B1 Structure: B1.3.1 B1.3.2 B1.3.3 (a, b, c, f, i, j, m, q) B1.3.4 (a, b, c, d, e) — Verification Method B1/VM1, AS/NZS 1170:2002 set, AS/NZS 1328:1998 (parts)
B2 Durability B2.3.1 (a) B2.3.2 (a) — Acceptable Solution B2/AS1
C6 Structural Stability C6.2 C6.3 — Verification Method B1/VM1, NZS 3603:1993
F2 Hazardous Building Materials F2.3.1

PASS

Woodspan PLT Midfloor — Architectural

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Woodspan PLT Midfloor panels (parallel laminated timber) are glue laminated, structural mass timber panels suitable for use as midfloor structures in residential construction.

FSC Certified

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

PLT panels are suitable for use as floor and roof structures including diaphragm applications:

In any wind zone or calculated wind pressure (ULS)
In all exposure zones, excluding microclimates as defined in NZS 3604:2011
In conjunction with a primary structure that complies with the NZ Building Code or where the designer has established that the existing structure is suitable for the intended building work
In all hazard classes up to and including H3.2
As a diaphragm where specifically designed
In applications where NZ Building Code Clause C6 (structural stability) obligations apply
Woodspan PLT Panels may be used with residential and commercial floor loadings up to 3.0kPa

If designed, installed and maintained in accordance with all Woodspan requirements, Woodspan PLT Panels will comply with or contribute to compliance with the following performance claims:

B1 Structure: B1.3.1 B1.3.2 B1.3.3 (a, b, c, f, i, j, m, q) B1.3.4 (a, b, c, d, e) — Verification Method B1/VM1, AS/NZS 1170:2002 set, AS/NZS 1328:1998 (parts)
B2 Durability B2.3.1 (a) B2.3.2 (a) — Acceptable Solution B2/AS1
C6 Structural Stability C6.2 C6.3 — Verification Method B1/VM1, NZS 3603:1993
F2 Hazardous Building Materials F2.3.1

PASS

Woodspan PLT Midfloor — Terraced Housing & Apartments

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Woodspan PLT Midfloor panels (parallel laminated timber) are glue laminated, structural mass timber panels suitable for use as midfloor structures in medium density construction such as terraced housing or 2-4 level apartment buildings.

FSC Certified

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

PLT panels are suitable for use as floor and roof structures including diaphragm applications:

In any wind zone or calculated wind pressure (ULS)
In all exposure zones, excluding microclimates as defined in NZS 3604:2011
In conjunction with a primary structure that complies with the NZ Building Code or where the designer has established that the existing structure is suitable for the intended building work
In all hazard classes up to and including H3.2.
As a diaphragm where specifically designed.
In applications where NZ Building Code Clause C6 (structural stability) obligations apply.
Woodspan PLT Panels may be used with residential and commercial floor loadings up to 3.0kPa
Available in 90mm, 117mm and 140mm thicknesses giving multiple spanning options. Maximum panel size 7200mm x 890mm

If designed, installed and maintained in accordance with all Woodspan requirements, Woodspan PLT Panels will comply with or contribute to compliance with the following performance claims:

B1 Structure: B1.3.1 B1.3.2 B1.3.3 (a, b, c, f, i, j, m, q) B1.3.4 (a, b, c, d, e) — Verification Method B1/VM1, AS/NZS 1170:2002 set, AS/NZS 1328:1998 (parts)
B2 Durability B2.3.1 (a) B2.3.2 (a) — Acceptable Solution B2/AS1
C6 Structural Stability C6.2 C6.3 — Verification Method B1/VM1, NZS 3603:1993
F2 Hazardous Building Materials F2.3.1

PASS

Woodspan PLT Roof — Medium Density

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Woodspan PLT Roof panels (parallel laminated timber) are glue laminated, structural mass timber panels suitable for use as roof structures in medium density construction such as terraced housing.

FSC Certified

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

PLT panels are suitable for use as floor and roof structures including diaphragm applications:

In any wind zone or calculated wind pressure (ULS)
In all exposure zones, excluding microclimates as defined in NZS 3604:2011
In conjunction with a primary structure that complies with the NZ Building Code or where the designer has established that the existing structure is suitable for the intended building work
In all hazard classes up to and including H3.2
As a diaphragm where specifically designed
In applications where NZ Building Code Clause C6 (structural stability) obligations apply
Woodspan PLT Panels may be used with residential and commercial floor loadings up to 3.0kPa
Available in 90mm, 117mm and 140mm thicknesses giving multiple spanning options. Maximum panel size 7200mm x 890mm

If designed, installed and maintained in accordance with all Woodspan requirements, Woodspan PLT Panels will comply with or contribute to compliance with the following performance claims:

B1 Structure: B1.3.1 B1.3.2 B1.3.3 (a, b, c, f, i, j, m, q) B1.3.4 (a, b, c, d, e) — Verification Method B1/VM1, AS/NZS 1170:2002 set, AS/NZS 1328:1998 (parts)
B2 Durability B2.3.1 (a) B2.3.2 (a) — Acceptable Solution B2/AS1
C6 Structural Stability C6.2 C6.3 — Verification Method B1/VM1, NZS 3603:1993
F2 Hazardous Building Materials F2.3.1

PASS

Woodspan PLT Subfloor — Terraced Housing

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Woodspan PLT Subfloor panels (parallel laminated timber) are glue laminated, structural mass timber panels suitable for use as subfloor structures in medium density construction such as terraced housing.

FSC Certified

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

PLT panels are suitable for use as floor and roof structures including diaphragm applications:

In any wind zone or calculated wind pressure (ULS)
In all exposure zones, excluding microclimates as defined in NZS 3604:2011
In conjunction with a primary structure that complies with the NZ Building Code or where the designer has established that the existing structure is suitable for the intended building work
In all hazard classes up to and including H3.2.
As a diaphragm where specifically designed.
In applications where NZ Building Code Clause C6 (structural stability) obligations apply.
Woodspan PLT Panels may be used with residential and commercial floor loadings up to 3.0kPa
Available in 90mm, 117mm and 140mm thicknesses giving multiple spanning options. Maximum panel size 7200mm x 890mm

If designed, installed and maintained in accordance with all Woodspan requirements, Woodspan PLT Panels will comply with or contribute to compliance with the following performance claims:

B1 Structure: B1.3.1 B1.3.2 B1.3.3 (a, b, c, f, i, j, m, q) B1.3.4 (a, b, c, d, e) — Verification Method B1/VM1, AS/NZS 1170:2002 set, AS/NZS 1328:1998 (parts)
B2 Durability B2.3.1 (a) B2.3.2 (a) — Acceptable Solution B2/AS1
C6 Structural Stability C6.2 C6.3 — Verification Method B1/VM1, NZS 3603:1993
F2 Hazardous Building Materials F2.3.1

PASS

Woodspan PLT Subfloor — Architectural

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Woodspan PLT Subfloor panels (parallel laminated timber) are glue laminated, structural mass timber panels suitable for use as subfloor structures in residential construction.

FSC Certified

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

PLT panels are suitable for use as floor and roof structures including diaphragm applications:

In any wind zone or calculated wind pressure (ULS)
In all exposure zones, excluding microclimates as defined in NZS 3604:2011
In conjunction with a primary structure that complies with the NZ Building Code or where the designer has established that the existing structure is suitable for the intended building work
In all hazard classes up to and including H3.2
As a diaphragm where specifically designed
In applications where NZ Building Code Clause C6 (structural stability) obligations apply
Woodspan PLT Panels may be used with residential and commercial floor loadings up to 3.0kPa

If designed, installed and maintained in accordance with all Woodspan requirements, Woodspan PLT Panels will comply with or contribute to compliance with the following performance claims:

B1 Structure: B1.3.1 B1.3.2 B1.3.3 (a, b, c, f, i, j, m, q) B1.3.4 (a, b, c, d, e) — Verification Method B1/VM1, AS/NZS 1170:2002 set, AS/NZS 1328:1998 (parts)
B2 Durability B2.3.1 (a) B2.3.2 (a) — Acceptable Solution B2/AS1
C6 Structural Stability C6.2 C6.3 — Verification Method B1/VM1, NZS 3603:1993
F2 Hazardous Building Materials F2.3.1

PASS

Woodspan PLT Panels

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Woodspan PLT Panels (parallel laminated timber) are glue laminated, structural panels used in buildings for use as floor and roof structures including diaphragm applications.

FSC Certified

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

PLT panels are suitable for use as floor and roof structures including diaphragm applications:

In any wind zone or calculated wind pressure (ULS)
In all exposure zones, excluding microclimates as defined in NZS 3604:2011
In conjunction with a primary structure that complies with the NZ Building Code or where the designer has established that the existing structure is suitable for the intended building work
In all hazard classes up to and including H3.2
As a diaphragm where specifically designed
In applications where NZ Building Code Clause C6 (structural stability) obligations apply
Woodspan PLT Panels may be used with floor loadings up to 3.0kPa

If designed, installed and maintained in accordance with all Woodspan requirements, Woodspan PLT Panels will comply with or contribute to compliance with the following performance claims:

B1 Structure: B1.3.1 B1.3.2 B1.3.3 (a, b, c, f, i, j, m, q) B1.3.4 (a, b, c, d, e) — Verification Method B1/VM1, AS/NZS 1170:2002 set, AS/NZS 1328:1998 (parts)
B2 Durability B2.3.1 (a) B2.3.2 (a) — Acceptable Solution B2/AS1
C6 Structural Stability C6.2 C6.3 — Verification Method B1/VM1, NZS 3603:1993
F2 Hazardous Building Materials F2.3.1

PASS

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