Kerto-Ripa is composed of full-span plates (Kerto LVL Q-panel) and ribs (Kerto LVL S-beam), bonded together with PU glue to achieve full composite behaviour. The grain direction of the plates and ribs are oriented in the element span direction, with the cross-grain veneers of the plate distributing loads over the ribs. This combination results in a high-performance product that provides excellent comfort for the end-user.
Kerto-Ripa is an all-in-one solution which offers the right benefits for an optimal construction. Wood construction also offers numerous advantages, such as
The gluing technology developed by Metsä Wood over the past 25 years underpins the performance of the structural gluing. The additional stiffness and strength provided by this structural gluing enables long spans and heavy loads with reduced element depths and raw material consumption. This bonding method results in a stiffness far superior to any nailed or screwed solution.
Both plates and ribs are of full length, allowing elements to span up to 24 meters for roofs and 15 meters for floors.
Many dedicated and experienced Metsä Wood partners across Europe are certified to produce CE-marked Kerto-Ripa solutions for your project. All elements are manufactured under controlled conditions.
