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MGP10 Structural Machine Grade Pine for framing
Australian builders have been using pine framing for decades, and it is preferred over other structural materials due to its strength, cost-effectiveness, ease of use and flexibility. Today’s pine frames come from renewable, sustainably managed, Australian Forestry Standard (AFS) or Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified plantations. Structural pine framing is common in residential and commercial buildings. Through technological advancements, machine grading ensures that the quality of each stick is guaranteed, graded and tested to Australian standards. Structural pine is available in MGP10 and MGP12 stress classes.
Applications: Framing & General Construction
Machine-graded pine is mainly produced using artificial pine as well as sustainably managed forests. Each product is manufactured to Australian standards. The available construction grades are MGP10 and MGP12. Machine graded pine is available as untreated as well as H2F blue termite treatment for areas south of the Capricornus tropics and H2 red termites for areas north of the Capricornus tropics.
Structural Pine – Framing & Wides
Produced mainly using artificial pine trees and sustainably managed forests. Each product is manufactured to Australian standards. The available construction grades are MGP10 and MGP12. Machine graded pine is available in untreated as well as H2/T2 blue termite treatment for areas south of the Capricornus tropics and H2 red termites for areas north of the Capricornus tropics.
It is known that the required hazard level will affect the treatment options available, termite and fungal treatments for outdoor structural pine are H2/T2, Light Organic Solvent Preservatives (LOSP), H3 treatments are typically required for most outdoor building projects (excluding the need for H4 deal with field positions). Handling and hazard ratings are displayed on individual wood sticks in the form of stamps or bound labels.
For structural projects, the stress level of the wood is also important. Wood is stress graded so that it can be classified into groups with the same basic structural design characteristics. These properties include, for example, bending stiffness and strength, tensile strength, and compressive strength. Timber sold in Australia has a stress rating of MGP (Mechanical Graded Pine) or F (Visual Graded or Mechanically Graded). While most treated pine sold in Australia is MGP10 or F7, other grades such as MGP12, MGP15 and F5 are also available. Ratings are also displayed on individual sticks, along with handling and hazard ratings. The industry is often asked why it offers MGP10 and F7 grade pine products when they appear to be similar products; that’s a good question!
In terms of product performance, both MGP10 and F7 grades meet Australian standards. Stiffness and strength are the two main properties to consider when deciding which grade is better for a project. MGP10 has a higher stiffness rating, while F7 has a slightly higher strength rating. If a plan has been provided, it is important to purchase the exact grade of wood specified to ensure structural integrity is maintained. If not, you can choose either grade with confidence.
Advantages of MGP10 Timber
After knowing what mgp10 wood means. Now let’s talk about the advantages of MGP10. Now that you know what the MGP10 has to offer, let’s see why it might be the perfect fit for you.
Here are some of the benefits you will get:
1. Flexible but tough
MGP10 becomes a highly resistant wood as it can withstand 10,000 MPa without problems. MGP10 isn’t the lightest, but it’s still a lot lighter than the others without compromising strength. It should be able to hold considerable weight and be suitable for heavy and light duty applications.
2. Strong adaptability
When you consider the MGP10’s flexibility, lightness, and durability, it’s a great choice for just about any project. It can be used on mainframes, light load-bearing applications, basic interior walls, and even low exposure exterior walls when required. The adaptability of the MPG10 makes it an excellent all-around solution. Therefore, it is one of the most popular MPGs.
3. Sturdy and lightweight
Pine, while light, is very heavy and difficult to handle. MGP10 isn’t the lightest, but it’s still a lot lighter than the others without compromising strength. It should be able to hold considerable weight and be suitable for heavy and light duty applications. It’s also a piece of cake due to its lightness.
What is MGP wood?
MGP stands for Machine Grading Pine and is a system used for certain pine trees, especially Radiata Pine, Slash Pine, and Caribbean Pine.
What is MGP10 wood used for?
H2-treated pine is specially treated to prevent borers and termites and is suitable for indoor, above-ground use only. Buy online and collect in store.
What kind of wood is MGP10?
Machine graded pine MGP, MGP10 to MGP15: For example MGP10 represents a minimum threshold of 10,000 MPa for stiffness properties. Most exotic plantation softwoods (pine species) are graded using this system.
Durability, Weight and Strength
Since MGP10 has lower strength and stress limits, it is reasonable to conclude that it is more prone to bending and warping. As far as durability goes, the MGP10 might not be that bad. In fact, it can last much longer than the MGP12 when applied to interiors. However, since it is less durable and less resistant to external conditions, using it for heavy loads or outdoors may drastically reduce its overall lifespan.
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