AITC Glulam certifications and ICC-ES certifications work together to ensure the safety and quality of building products, providing evidence of compliance with building codes and technical standards for construction. All third-party testing is conducted by professional engineering firms specializing in standards and code compliance laws.
American Institute of Timber Construction (AITC) certification recognizes Richland as having demonstrated the required capabilities to produce high-quality glue-laminated columns. Richland Glulam columns have been third-party tested and certified compliant in accordance with ANSI A190.1 as specified in IBC Section 2303.1.3.
Certification ensures that Richland complies with the International Building Code (IBC) during fabrication and its Glulam columns have passed stringent physical tests. Richland Laminated Columns proudly meets AITC standards for its production machinery, processes, and personnel. Periodic plant audits by qualified inspectors verify consistent adherence to a quality control program compliant with ANSI A190.1.
AITC standards are recognized by all major building codes in the United States. Standards and technical notes developed by AITC provide guidance to building officials and industry professionals in the design and use of glue-laminated timber.
Finger-joined in a staggered configuration and planed on all four sides, Richland AITC-certified Glulam columns are available in stock lengths up to 36′ or up to 48′ by request. Nominal 2” x 6” laminations in 3-ply and 4-ply configurations, and 2” x 8” laminations in 3-ply, 4-ply, and 5-ply configurations.
AITC-certified Glulam columns from Richland are comprised of nominal 2″ thick visually-graded No. 1 or 2400f-2.0E machine stress rated (MSR) Southern Pine laminations adhered together to form rectangular column sections. The dimensions of Richland Glulam columns comply with the minimum nominal size specified in IRC Section R407.3.
Richland Glulam columns are available untreated or treated on one end with chromated copper arsenate (CCA) in accordance with American Wood Protection Association (AWPA) Standard U1 for ground-contact applications, as required in IBC Section 2304.12.2.2, IBC Section 2304.12.2.6.1, IRC Section R407.1, and IRC Section R304.
Richland Laminated Columns is an ICC-ES listed manufacturer of Perma-Column® precast concrete columns. Richland manufacturing and quality control processes have been evaluated by the ICC Evaluation Service, a subsidiary of the International Code Council. ICC-ES is a recognized independent third-party certification agency that provides rigorous technical evaluations of building products, components, methods, and materials to ensure they meet the requirements of specific standards and codes.
Richland's ICC-ES listing demonstrates that the Perma-Column® precast concrete columns it manufactures comply with specific codes and standards, making it easier for code officials to accept them for use in buildings. Periodic plant audits by ICC-ES inspectors ensure consistent product quality at Richland.
ESR-4238 Perma-Column® precast concrete columns
Green Post™ was tested in accordance with EN 252 and ENV 807 for decay. No decay was reported in any test samples at the five-year mark of the EN 252 test. The ENV 807 test proved an adequate barrier of protection to moisture intrusion and air which are required for decay. Green Post was also tested in accordance with AWPA E1 for termite resistance and results indicated termites did not feed on wrapped wood, even in the absence of other sources of food.
