BS ISO 16696-1:2019 PDF Download

BS ISO 16696-1:2019 is a standard that establishes the fundamental principles for the performance and production requirements of cross laminated timber (CLT). CLT is a type of timber structure made up of layers of solid-sawn timber or wood-based panels, with the grain of adjoining layers positioned at right angles to each other.

This standard provides guidelines for CLT dimension tolerances, component requirements, performance criteria, and minimum requirements for factory production control. It also offers guidance on production, testing, and trade marking. The standard takes into account various species, species combinations, and wood-based panel structural performance and bondability.

Furthermore, this standard ensures that CLT products qualified under its provisions are capable of withstanding the effects of moisture on structural performance, which can occur due to construction delays or similar conditions. The standard also includes a certification scheme for complying with its requirements, as outlined in Annex D.