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Trusses Damaged? Here’s What To Do

Posted by Frame Building News Staff | Oct 22, 2021 | All Building Components & Accessories, Trusses & Connectors

Because every element is important, this article focuses on truss damage and best practices installers can follow to ensure damage to a truss element doesn’t become a significant issue.

Long-Span Trusses Spaced More Than 2’ OC Need Additional Support

Posted by Frame Building News Staff | Aug 8, 2021 | Technical Information, Trusses & Connectors

Individual long-span trusses are incredibly narrow in relation to their depth and span, making them susceptible to lateral bending that will cause the truss to twist and buckle.

Bracing during long-span truss installation

Posted by Frame Building News Staff | Jun 22, 2021 | All Building Components & Accessories, Technical Information, Trusses & Connectors

This article provides important guidance on setting the initial set of roof trusses and exploring why it is vital this first group of trusses is braced properly.