What is a transform boundary? A: According to Trinity University, a transform boundary is the intersection of lithospheric plates where the two plates slide past one another. Transform boundaries do not result in any extraordinary landforms; rather, they give rise to valleys and cause many earthquakes.
Glued laminated timber. Glued laminated timber, also called glulam, is a type of structural engineered wood product comprising a number of layers of dimensioned lumber bonded together with durable, moisture-resistant structural adhesives. In North America the material providing the laminations is termed laminating stock or lamstock.
Standard American Beams, aka Junior Beam, S Beam, or I Beams have tapered flanges for increased strength of the flanges compared to the wide flange or H beams. 1  Specifications: ASTM A36 / A572 Gr. 2  50, the standard specification for steel structural shapes for use in general construction.