Torsel

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006078",
  "term": "Torsel",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A short, horizontal timber or stone block placed at the top of a post or column to provide a wider bearing surface for a beam or girder. It distributes the load from the supported element over a larger area of the vertical support. Torsels are often found in traditional timber framing and masonry construction to prevent crushing of the post.",
  "subject": "Carpentry",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Torsel",
    "es": "durmiente",
    "fr": "torsel"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/torsel/"
}