West Fraser Europe Limited

This seminar is concerned with the specification of Oriented Strand Board (OSB). It will help you to understand the following topics:
- Understand the manufacturing process of OSB, how it is made and the basis of its properties
- Understand OSB as a substrate and the variants of OSB available
- Understand the various applications of OSB and its limitations, including for roofing, flooring and timber framing
- Understand the benefits of OSB

This presentation will help you to understand OSB. We'll talk through the product, helping you to understand OSB as a substrate, recognise its features and benefits, its environmental credentials and how it is made. You will learn about the different types and grades of OSB, and the benefits of using OSB versus other wood panels. We’ll cover certification and accreditation as well as application and usages.

The CPD should provide you with ample information to establish if OSB is the right product for your projects, helping you make informed decisions when specifying OSB. It has been created by West Fraser, the world’s largest lumber producer.

By the end of this seminar, delegates should:

1. Be able to identify what OSB is and different Variants.
2. Understand the benefits of OSB over other wood panels.
3. Appreciate how OSB is made and its properties.
4. Recognise its positive environmental qualities.
5. Understand the recommended applications for each variant.