Abstract: An I-joist comprising a web and flanges, the web being connected on each longitudinal edge thereof to a flange, wherein the I-joist further comprises chords, the chords being connected to the web on at least one side of the web. The web may comprise openings in between the chords. The I-joist is fabricated by connecting a flange on each longitudinal edge of a web and connecting chords on at least one side of the web, the web being provided with openings.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 14, 2016
Date of Patent:
February 20, 2018
Assignee:
LES CHANTIERS DE CHIBOUGAMAU LTÉE
Inventors:
Denis Cossette, Julie Frappier, Michel Filion